STIs – Sexually Transmitted Diseases (Edexcel GCSE Biology Combined Science): Quizzes
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Why are viruses not considered living organisms?
Why are viruses not considered living organisms?
They don't carry out all 7 life processes
What does a virus consist of?
What does a virus consist of?
Genetic material & protein coat
Why can't antibiotics treat viral infections?
Why can't antibiotics treat viral infections?
Antibiotics target bacteria, not viruses
What does HIV stand for?
What does HIV stand for?
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
How is HIV transmitted?
How is HIV transmitted?
Through exchange of body fluids
What does AIDS stand for?
What does AIDS stand for?
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
How is HIV/AIDS treated?
How is HIV/AIDS treated?
No cure, but antiviral drugs slow it
What type of pathogen causes chlamydia?
What type of pathogen causes chlamydia?
A bacterium
Why is chlamydia sometimes called a 'silent' infection?
Why is chlamydia sometimes called a 'silent' infection?
It often shows no symptoms
How can chlamydia be treated?
How can chlamydia be treated?
Easily with antibiotics