Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Diseases and immunity

Diseases and immunity — practice question

Meningitis is a transmissible disease, and one form is caused by the bacterium Neisseria meningitidis.
(a)[2]

Define what is meant by the term transmissible disease.

(b)[2]

One effect of meningitis is that nerve impulses slow down. State what is meant by a nerve impulse.

(c(i))[4]

Explain how vaccination gives active immunity.

(c(ii))[2]

If meningitis disappears from a country, explain why the vaccine should still be used there.

(d(i))[2]

Suggest why the antibodies have to be injected instead of being taken by mouth.

(d(ii))[2]

Explain why passive immunity does not provide long-term protection against diseases, such as meningitis.

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