Diseases Caused by Protista and Fungi (Grade 11 NSC Matric Life Sciences): Quizzes
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Which protozoan parasite causes malaria?
Which protozoan parasite causes malaria?
Plasmodium vivax
Which organism acts as the vector for malaria transmission?
Which organism acts as the vector for malaria transmission?
Female Anopheles mosquito
During which time period is mosquito activity highest in malaria-endemic areas?
During which time period is mosquito activity highest in malaria-endemic areas?
Between sunset and sunrise
Which advanced symptom occurs in untreated malaria?
Which advanced symptom occurs in untreated malaria?
Anaemia
What colour are the characteristic spots caused by rust fungus on plant leaves?
What colour are the characteristic spots caused by rust fungus on plant leaves?
Bright orange
Which yeast fungus causes thrush infections?
Which yeast fungus causes thrush infections?
Candida albicans
Why does diabetes increase the risk of thrush?
Why does diabetes increase the risk of thrush?
Candida thrives in high blood sugar
What appearance does oral thrush have?
What appearance does oral thrush have?
Thick, white patches
What shape are the skin lesions caused by ringworm?
What shape are the skin lesions caused by ringworm?
Circular patches
Which fungus causes athlete's foot?
Which fungus causes athlete's foot?
Tinea pedis