The Most Frequently Used Portal of Entry for Pathogens Is

question 54

Multiple Choice

The most frequently used portal of entry for pathogens is the

• A) skin.
• B) parenteral route.
• C) mucous membranes of the respiratory tract.
• D) mucous membranes of the gastrointestinal tract.
• E) All of these portals are used equally.

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Definitions:

Calcite

A common mineral form of calcium carbonate, CaCO3, often found in sedimentary rocks such as limestone.

Covalent Bonds

Chemical bonds formed by the sharing of electron pairs between atoms.

Intermolecular Bonds

Forces of attraction or repulsion between molecules, crucial for determining the physical properties of substances.

Diamond

The hardest naturally occurring mineral, commonly used as a gemstone and industrial abrasive.