Infectious Diseases and Cells

5. Capable of being transmitted from one individual to another, often referring to infections that spread easily.
6. Hair-like structures on the surface of some cells that assist in movement and sensory functions.
10. Long, whip-like structures used by some cells for locomotion.
11. A substance used to stimulate the production of antibodies and provide immunity against diseases.
13. A type of medication used to treat bacterial infections by killing or inhibiting the growth of bacteria.
14. An organelle found in plant cells that captures sunlight to produce energy through photosynthesis.
15. An organelle that contains enzymes for breaking down fatty acids and detoxifying harmful substances.
17. A virus that attacks the immune system, specifically the CD4 cells, leading to AIDS if untreated.

1. A state where an individual infected with a disease shows no noticeable symptoms.
2. The period between exposure to an infection and the appearance of the first symptoms.
3. The gel-like substance within a cell that contains organelles and is the site of many cellular processes.
4. The membrane-bound organelle that contains the cell's genetic material (DNA).
7. A condition resulting from the invasion of pathogenic microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, or parasites.
8. The practice of isolating individuals who may have been exposed to a virus to prevent its spread.
9. The cellular structure where proteins are synthesized.
12. A small infectious agent that replicates only inside the living cells of an organism.
15. A microorganism that can cause disease.
16. Known as the powerhouse of the cell, mitochondria generate energy in the form of ATP through cellular respiration.