1. One-celled microorganisms that have both plant and animal characteristics. Some are harmful, some are harmless. Answer: Bacteria 2. A parasitic submicroscopic particle that infects and resides in the cells of biological organisms. Its capable of replication only through taking over the host cell's reproductive function. Answer: Virus 3. Organisms that grow, feed, and shelter on or in another organism (host), while contributing nothing to the survival of that organism.They must have ahost to survive. Answer: Parasites 4. Microscopic plant parasites,which include molds,mildews, and yeasts; canproduce contagious diseases such as ringworm. Answer: Fungi 5. The methods used to eliminate or reduce the transmission of infectiousorganisms. Answer: Infection Control 6. A mechanical process using soap and water or detergent and water to remove all visible dirt,debris, and many disease causing germs; also removesinvisible debris that interferes with disinfection. Answer: Cleaning 7. A chemical process for reducing the number of disease-causing germs oncleaned surfaces to a safe level. Answer: Sanitation 8. The process that eliminates most, but not necessarily all, microorganismson nonporous surfaces.This processis not effective against bacterialspores.-