2 characteristics of bacterial structures that allows us to target them with antimicrobial without damaging our cells
2 characteristics of bacterial structures that allows us to target them with antimicrobial without damaging our cells
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Comparing Bacterial and Viral Pathogenesis
INSTRUCTIONS:
Pathogenesis involves establishing infection, invading a host, avoiding host defenses, and damaging the host. In the table below describe one mechanism of different types of microbes accomplishes each step. I completed one box to give you a sense of the kinds of answers I am looking for.
Bacteria | Viruses | |
Establish Infection | EXAMPLE: Bacteria have pili with adhesins that bind to receptors on host cells. This help bacteria adhere to the surface of host cells. | |
Invade The Host | ||
Avoid Host Defenses | ||
Damage To the Host |