Which Describes Pathogenicity

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which describes pathogenicity?

• A) Ability of organisms to cause infection
• B) Ability to kill pathogens
• C) Ability for disease to occur when pathogens are present
• D) Ability to disrupt the DNA of the pathogen

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Definitions:

Infertility

A condition characterized by the inability to conceive a child after trying for an extended period of time, due to factors affecting either or both partners.

Amniotic Sac

A fluid-filled sac that surrounds and protects the developing fetus in the uterus.

Twin Studies

Research involving twins that aims to reveal the influence of genetics versus environment on various traits and behaviors.

Amniocentesis

A medical procedure used in prenatal diagnosis in which a small amount of amniotic fluid is sampled from the amniotic sac surrounding a fetus to test for chromosomal abnormalities and infections.