What is the correct statement about pathogens?

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Pathogens are responsible for disease

All bacteria are pathogenic

Both 1& 2

None of the above

answer is A.

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Concept- Viruses, bacteria, and protozoa are pathogens. The organisms that cause sickness in our bodies are known as pathogens. Pathogens such as viruses, bacteria, and protozoa are all present. However, not all bacteria are pathogens. Some bacteria can also be helpful.
A pathogen is defined as an organism that causes the disease to its host, with the severity of the disease symptoms referred to as virulence. The pathogens are taxonomically widely diverse and contain viruses and bacteria as well as unicellular and multicellular eukaryotes. Lactobacillus is present in the genital, urinary, and digestive tracts.
Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

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