Asked by Grethel Hodovanec on Apr 23, 2024

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The place where conditions are ripe for pathogens to replicate is called the:

A) source
B) transmission zone
C) portal
D) reservoir

Pathogens

Microorganisms or viruses that can cause disease when they infect a host organism.

Reservoir

A reservoir is an artificial or natural lake where water is stored and often used as a source for drinking water, and for agricultural and recreational activities.

  • Describe the conditions necessary for pathogens to replicate.
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jadyn privett8 days ago
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The correct term for the place where conditions are ripe for pathogens to replicate is "reservoir." A reservoir refers to any person, animal, plant, soil, or substance in which an infectious agent normally lives and multiplies, typically providing a source for transmission of the pathogen to a susceptible host.