STIs – Sexually Transmitted Diseases (Edexcel GCSE Biology): 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 are viruses made of?
What are viruses made of?
Genetic material with a protein coat
Why can't viral infections be treated with antibiotics?
Why can't viral infections be treated with antibiotics?
Antibiotics target bacteria, not viruses
What does HIV stand for?
What does HIV stand for?
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
How does HIV weaken the immune system?
How does HIV weaken the immune system?
By attacking white blood cells
Which of these is a way HIV can be transmitted?
Which of these is a way HIV can be transmitted?
Sharing unsterilised needles
What are the early symptoms of HIV infection?
What are the early symptoms of HIV infection?
Flu-like symptoms
What does AIDS stand for?
What does AIDS stand for?
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
Is there a cure for HIV/AIDS?
Is there a cure for HIV/AIDS?
No, but antiviral drugs can help
What type of infection is chlamydia?
What type of infection is chlamydia?
Bacterial infection
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 treated with antibiotics