Many pathogens require a(n) ________ to provide nutrition and a place to multiply. This can be an animal, insect, or human whose body is capable of sustaining the growth of a pathogen. 

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


reservoir host
The reservoir host is an animal, insect, or human whose body can provide the pathogen with nutrition and a place to multiply.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of these drugs is an example of centrally acting skeletal muscle relaxants?

Valium® Mivacron® Nuromax® Tracrium®

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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