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Which of the following can be pathogens? (choose all that apply) Viruses Protists Parasitic worms Fungi Bacteria

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

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Which of the following can be pathogens? (choose all that apply)
Viruses
Protists
Parasitic worms
Fungi
Bacteria

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