What are some characteristics of microorganisms? (Select all that apply.)
a. Involved in a life process of their own
b. Pathogens that cause disease
c. Nonpathologic organisms that cause disease
d. May be infectious
e. Can enter the body via skin, air, or blood
ANS: A, B, D, E
Microorganisms are involved in a life process of their own, pathogens cause disease, may be infectious, and can enter the body via skin, air, or blood. Nonpathologic organisms do not cause disease.
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