Which Factor Is Responsible for Many Emerging Pathogens in Humans

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which factor is responsible for many emerging pathogens in humans?

• A) expanded host or tissue range of the pathogen
• B) increased use of antibiotics in the past half- century
• C) longer life spans resulting in a larger elderly population
• D) improved sanitation and hygiene practices
• E) availability of vaccines

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Definitions:

Motor Skills

The abilities required to perform precise movements smoothly, controlled by the muscular and nervous systems, often categorized into fine and gross motor skills.

Teratogens

Agents or factors that can cause developmental malformations or defects in an embryo or fetus.

Environmental Factors

Aspects of the surroundings that can affect processes, behaviors, and development, encompassing both natural and human-made influences.

Human Development

The multidisciplinary study of how people change and how they remain the same over time, considering physical, cognitive, social, and emotional aspects.