Take this Exam: GCSE Biology: Pathogens and Communicable Diseases | Zestly

Question 1

Malaria is caused by a protist. Which of the following statements accurately describes the transmission of malaria?

Accepted Answer

The mosquito acts as a vector, transferring the protist to humans

Question 2

Which of the following are valid methods for controlling the spread of malaria?

Accepted Answer

Using mosquito nets to prevent bites

Question 3

Which pathogen type is responsible for the disease known as AIDS?

Accepted Answer

Virus

Question 4

How do viruses differ from bacteria in their method of reproduction?

Answer

Viruses must replicate inside a host cell

Answer

Bacteria must replicate inside a host cell

Answer

Viruses reproduce by binary fission

Answer

Bacteria only reproduce when they have infected a plant

Question 5

Which of the following are common ways to prevent the spread of communicable diseases?

Answer

Washing hands regularly

Answer

Using condoms

Answer

Vaccination

Answer

Eating only raw foods