Name two diseases that are caused by virus.

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Influenza and chickenpox are two diseases caused by virus in humans.

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Chapter 2: Microorganisms : Friend and Foe - Short Answer Questions [Page 9]

Chapter 2 Microorganisms : Friend and Foe
Short Answer Questions | Q 21. (a) | Page 9

Common cold in human is caused by ______.

Citrus canker is transmitted by insects.

What are pathogens?

Write a short note on common human diseases caused by microorganisms.

Microbes that generally enter the body through nose are likely to affect ______.

Pathogenic micro-organisms present in host cells are killed by medicines called

The two micro-organisms which live in symbiotic association in lichens are

The disease caused by a protozoan and spread by an insect is ______.

Suggest a suitable word for the following statement.

Chemicals which kill or stop the growth of pathogens

Mention the symptoms and preventive measures undertaken for foot and mouth disease in animals.