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disease - an
illness
or
condition
affecting part or all of the body, caused by
injury,
infection,
genetic factors,
environmental factors,
lifestyle choices
pathogen - any
microorganism
capable of causing
disease
:
bacteria,
viruses,
fungi,
protozoa,
worms
unicellar
a single cell
inhibit
prevent
something from
happening
human defences:
nose + mouth: stops
entering
stomach acid:
kills
skin:
blocks
tears:
washes
away +
enzymes
break them down
mucus:
traps
ciliated cell: moves mucus
out
of
airways
goblet cell
: produces mucus
capsule (bacteria) : helps the cell attach to surfaces
cell wall (bacteria):
extra layer of
protection
helps maintain the
shape
of the cell
prevents
dehydration
/ loss of
water
flagella: helps the bacteria to
move
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