Answer:
In immunology, an antigen is a molecule or molecular structure, such as may be present on the outside of a pathogen, that can be bound by an antigen-specific antibody or B-cell antigen receptor. The presence of antigens in the body normally triggers an immune response.
Answer:
1. true
2. false
3. true
4. sneeze, cough
5. children, adolescents
Explanation:
NERVOUS SYSTEM INFECTIONS
FULL QUIZ ANSWERS:
1. Tetanus is caused by polluted drinking water.
FALSE
2. Tetanus can occur in crushing or deep wounds.
TRUE
3. Communication for the senses and muscle coordination in the body is accomplished by the __________ system.
NERVOUS
4. Inflammation of the membrane linings of the spinal column or the brain is called ________________.
MENINGITIS
5. Meningitis most frequently affects:
CHILDREN
ADOLESCENTS
6. Muscle spasms and locked jaw, followed by convulsions, are symptoms of:
TETANUS
7. Vaccines have been produced to prevent and treat both tetanus and meningitis.
TRUE
8. Chlostridium tetani thrives near the surface of the skin.
FALSE
9. Why is tetanus associated with injuries which occur outdoors?
BACTERIA IN THE SOIL CAUSES TEANUS
10. Meningitis may be transmitted from one person to another by:
SNEEZE
COUGH
