Microbiology: Principles and Explorations 9th Edition

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ISBN 10: 1-11874-316-4
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Chapter 14 - Host-Microbe Relationships and Disease Processes - Self Quiz - Page 431: 1

Answer

(c) Parasitism (e) Pathogen (a) Symbiosis (f) Commensalism (d) Host (b) Mutualism

Work Step by Step

Parasitism - occurs when only one organism benefits from the relationship and the other is harmed Pathogen - defined as a parasite capable of causing disease in a host Symbiosis - defined as an association between two or more species. Commensalism- occurs when two species living together in a relationship such that one benefits and the other neither benefits nor is harmed. Host - defined as any organism that harbors another organism. Mutualism- occurs when both members of the association benefit from the relationship
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