Write down the various human and plant
diseases caused
by microorganism
(symptoms and is prevention ).
Answers
1.Tuberculosis=
caused by: a bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis
symptoms: a persistent cough that lasts more than 3 weeks and usually brings up phlegm, which may be bl00dy.
weight loss.
night sweats.
high temperature.
tiredness and fatigue.
loss of appetite.
swellings in the neck.
prevention: good ventilation: as TB can remain suspended in the air for several hours with no ventilation.
natural light: UV light kills off TB bacteria.
good hygiene: covering the mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing reduces the spread of TB bacteria.
2:Malaria=
caused by: Plasmodium parasites
symptoms: fever and flu-like illness, including shaking chills, headache, muscle aches, and tiredness. Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea may also occur. Malaria may cause anemia and jaundice (yellow coloring of the skin and eyes) because of the loss of red blood cells.
prevention: Stay somewhere that has effective air conditioning and screening on doors and windows. ...
If you're not sleeping in an air-conditioned room, sleep under an intact mosquito net that's been treated with insecticide.
Use insect repellent on your skin and in sleeping environments.
3:Athletes' foot=
caused by: fungi that normally live on the skin, hair, and nails called dermatophytes
symptoms: redness, flakiness, peeling, or cracking of the skin on the feet. It may itch, sting, or burn, or simply feel uncomfortable. It's usually on the soles of the feet, the areas between the toes, and sometimes the toenails.
prevention: Keep your feet dry, especially between your toes. Go barefoot to let your feet air out as much as possible when you're home. ...
Change socks regularly. ...
Wear light, well-ventilated shoes. ...
Alternate pairs of shoes. ...
Protect your feet in public places. ...
Treat your feet. ...
Don't share shoes.
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