Question

question 17 (2 points)
listen
we are surrounded by microbes. many of them are beneficial, and many others are not. what term do we use to describe those that can cause the common cold, the flu, or tuberculosis?
pathogens
protists
parasites
pests
particles

Explanation:

Pathogens are microorganisms that can cause disease. The common - cold, flu, and tuberculosis are caused by pathogens such as viruses and bacteria. Protists are a diverse group of eukaryotic microorganisms not all of which are disease - causing. Parasites live on or in a host and harm it but not all are responsible for these specific diseases. Pests are generally animals or insects that cause problems, not the main term for disease - causing microbes. Particles are non - living and not related to causing these diseases.

Answer:

A. pathogens