The Primary, Natural Habitat of a Pathogen Where It Continues

question 24

Multiple Choice

The primary, natural habitat of a pathogen where it continues to exist is called the

• A)fomite.
• B)carrier.
• C)vector.
• D)reservoir.
• E)source.

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Definitions:

Oxygen

A chemical element (O) essential for most forms of life on Earth, vital for cellular respiration in organisms.

Friction

The resistance encountered when one object is moved in contact with another.

Pressure

The force exerted per unit area on the surface of an object, often measured in atmospheres, Pascals, or mmHg.

Callus

Thickened area of skin caused by repeated friction or pressure, or the healing tissue over a bone fracture.