Which of the Following Descriptions Characterizes Infectious Diseases

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following descriptions characterizes infectious diseases?

• A) occur as a result of lifestyle choices
• B) caused by a genetic predisposition
• C) considered a disease of old age
• D) transmitted through air, water, or food

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Definitions:

Type O Blood

A blood type characterized by the absence of A and B antigens on the surface of red blood cells, making it a universal donor for red cell transfusions.

Diploid Cells

Cells that contain two complete sets of chromosomes, one from each parent, characteristic of most organismal body cells except for gametes.

Copies

Replicas or reproductions of a document, file, data, or genetically identical organisms or cells.

Pure-Breeding

Refers to organisms that, when bred, produce offspring with specific, uniform characteristics over many generations.