Why Do Fomites Pose a Particular Risk for Spreading Cold

question 28

Multiple Choice

Why do fomites pose a particular risk for spreading cold viruses?

• A) cold viruses are resistant to disinfectants
• B) cold viruses survive low humidity and temperature fluctuations
• C) cold viruses form cysts which allows them to remain on objects indefinitely
• D) cold viruses can only be destroyed by autoclaving

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Definitions:

Large Intestine

A part of the gastrointestinal tract involved in water absorption and the formation of feces.

Mass Movements

The large-scale motions within the colon or large intestine involved in the transport of fecal material towards the rectum.

Polysaccharides

Large, complex carbohydrates composed of long chains of monosaccharide units, serving roles in energy storage and structural support.

Disaccharides

Carbohydrates composed of two monosaccharides bonded together, examples include sucrose and lactose.