Biological hazard

High school (ages 12+)
Environment & Earth

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/biological-hazard

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the scope of threat?Includes microorganisms, viruses, prions, and biological toxins
2. What is the symbol design year?1966
3. How do scientists keep safe from biohazards?Scientists use special rules and tools to stay safe. They wear protective gear, work in special labs, and follow strict procedures to keep dangerous germs from spreading.
4. Why is the biohazard symbol important?The biohazard symbol is a simple picture that looks like three circles. It shows that something dangerous is inside, so people can see the risk right away, no matter what language they speak.

Pathogenicity: The ability of a microorganism or virus to cause disease.
Virulence: The degree or severity of a disease caused by a pathogen.
Biosafety: The application of safety precautions that reduce the risk of exposure to infectious agents.
Biosecurity: Protective measures taken to prevent the loss, theft, misuse, diversion, or intentional release of biological agents.