13.3.2 Prevention and Treatment of Diseases Caused by Harmful Microorganims (T/F)

Pathogens are microorganisms that always benefit humans.

Aseptic techniques are used to maintain an environment free from pathogens.

Sterilization involves the complete destruction of all microorganisms.

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation can be used to sterilize air and surfaces.

Antiseptics are used on non-living surfaces to kill microorganisms.

Disinfectants are stronger than antiseptics and used on living tissues.

Antibiotics can be used to kill both bacteria and viruses.

Penicillin is an antibiotic that is effective against bacterial infections.

Fungi are used in the production of antibiotics such as penicillin.

Antivirals are used to treat bacterial infections like tuberculosis.

Vaccines contain weakened or dead pathogens to stimulate immunity.

Overuse of antibiotics can lead to antibiotic resistance.

Hand washing with soap reduces the number of bacteria on the skin.

Microorganisms grow better in nutrient-rich environments.

Microbial growth is not affected by temperature.

Agar plates are used to culture microorganisms in laboratories.

Humidity can influence the growth rate of microorganisms.

Sterilization is the same as disinfection.

Bacteria reproduce sexually through binary fission.

Experiments can be conducted to determine the effect of pH on microbial growth.