Virulence Refers to the Degree of Pathogenicity Manifested by a Microbe

question 21

True/False

Virulence refers to the degree of pathogenicity manifested by a microbe, not simply whether or not it causes disease.

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Definitions:

Developing Countries

Nations with a lower level of industrialization, lower living standards, and lower Human Development Index (HDI) compared to developed countries.

OPEC

The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, an intergovernmental organization coordinating the petroleum policies of its member countries.

Global Supplies

The total availability of goods, commodities, or resources considered at a global scale, affecting markets, economies, and international trade.

Net Energy Ratio

indicates the balance between the amount of energy produced by a system and the energy required to create and maintain it.