How is it possible for strict anaerobic bacteria to cause a disease in humans? Strict anaerobe pathogens produce toxins that damage the host cells. There are parts of the human body where oxygen is absent. Strict anaerobes can hide from the immune system rather well. Strict anaerobes can break down the oxygen creating an anaerobic environment in the body.

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How is it possible for strict anaerobic bacteria to
cause a disease in humans?
Strict anaerobe pathogens produce toxins that
damage the host cells.
There are parts of the human body where oxygen is
absent.
Strict anaerobes can hide from the immune system
rather well.
Strict anaerobes can break down the oxygen
creating an anaerobic environment in the body.
Transcribed Image Text:How is it possible for strict anaerobic bacteria to cause a disease in humans? Strict anaerobe pathogens produce toxins that damage the host cells. There are parts of the human body where oxygen is absent. Strict anaerobes can hide from the immune system rather well. Strict anaerobes can break down the oxygen creating an anaerobic environment in the body.
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An anaerobic organism is a organism who does not require molecular oxygen for the  growth.

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