Question

what pathogens are called
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Answer 1

A pathogen may also be referred to as an infectious agent, or simply a germ. The term pathogen came into use in the 1880s. Typically, the term is used to describe an infectious microorganism or agent, such as a virus, bacterium, protozoan, prion, viroid, or fungus.

Answer 2

Answer:

Some of the microorganisms cause disease in human beings, plants and animals. Such disease - causing microorganisms are called pathogens

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