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==Introduction==
==Introduction==
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Infectious agents are microorganisms found in nature that
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Infectious agents are microorganisms found in nature that
are harmful to animals and plants. Most microorganisms found in nature are not
are harmful to animals and plants. Most microorganisms found in nature are not
harmful, however some microorganisms can cause disease and are therefore
harmful, however some microorganisms can cause disease and are therefore
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Microorganisms are categorised into distinct types. The main
Microorganisms are categorised into distinct types. The main
categories of veterinary interest are bacteria, fungi, protozoa, viruses and
categories of veterinary interest are bacteria, fungi, protozoa, viruses and
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prions, although a wide array of other microorganisms also exist such as algae.
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prions, although a wide array of other microorganisms also exist such as algae.
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[[Bacteria - Overview]]
[[Bacteria - Overview]]
[[Category:Infectious Agents]]
[[Category:Infectious Agents]]
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