Question

D Define the following terms.
1. Pathogens
3. Antibiotics
2. Virions
5. SCPs
4. Biodegradation
6. Canning
8. Vaccination
7. AIDS and HIV
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Answer 1

Answer:

1. Pathogens =A microorganism that causes, or can cause, disease.

3. Antibiotics =A type of antimicrobial substance active against bacteria. It is the most important type of antibacterial agent.

2. Virions = A complete viral particle consisting of RNA or DNA surrounded by a protein shell, constituting the infective form of a virus.

5. SCPs= Single-cell proteins (SCP) or microbial proteins refer to edible unicellular microorganisms.

4. Biodegradtion=The process by which organic substances are decomposed by micro-organisms (mainly aerobic bacteria) into simpler substances such as carbon dioxide, water and ammonia.

6. Canning= The process of applying heat to food that is sealed in a jar in order to destroy any microorganisms that can cause food spoilage.

8. Vaccination=The process whereby a person is made immune or resistant to an infectious disease, typically by the administration of a vaccine.

7. AIDs and HIV= called: human immunodeficiency virus, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome

HIV causes AIDS and interferes with the body's ability to fight infections.

The virus can be transmitted through contact with infected blood, semen or vaginal fluids.

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