Question

which statement best describes where pathogens are found? a. pathogens are agents that are used to treat contagious diseases. b. pathogens are disease - causing agents that can be found in the environment and are passed from one individual to another. c. pathogens are used to treat diseases that are passed from one individual to another. d. when disease - causing agents are passed from one individual to another, they are not considered pathogens.

Explanation:

Pathogens are disease - causing agents like bacteria, viruses etc. They can be present in the environment and spread from one person to another. Option A and C are wrong as pathogens don't treat diseases. Option D is incorrect as disease - causing agents passed between individuals are pathogens.

Answer:

B. Pathogens are disease-causing agents that can be found in the environment and are passed from one individual to another.