Some pathogens can only cause disease if they enter through a specific ____ of ____

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


portal, entry

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Within the CNS, groups of neuronal cell bodies that are clustered together to perform basic functions are termed

A. nerve nets. B. ganglia. C. nuclei. D. spinal cords. E. soma.

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Root hairs absorb _____ percent of the plant’s water supply

a. 10 b. 50 c. 90 d. 100

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Which statement best describes the value of fungi in the environment?

a. Fungi "fix" nitrogen from the air for use by plants. b. Fungi trap sunlight energy in the form of carbohydrates. c. Fungi release elements from organic matter. d. Fungi enrich the soil by decreasing the rate of decay of organic matter. e. Fungi remove toxic metals from the soil.

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Some pathogens produce toxins which function as (histamines/prostaglandins/pyrogens) to cause fever

What will be an ideal response?

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