yes and no. they are pathogenic because they harm and they arent pathogenic because they dont always harm and instead sometimes provide benefit to the host
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No, paramecium is not pathogenic to humans. It is a type of single-celled organism that is typically found in freshwater environments and serves as a food source for many other organisms.
Paramecium are not known to cause illness in humans. They are single-celled organisms commonly found in freshwater environments and are part of the planktonic community. While there are parasitic organisms related to Paramecium that can cause illness, Paramecium itself is not pathogenic to humans.
The scientific name for paramecium is Paramecium spp.
Pathogenic.
The Latin name for paramecium is Paramecium caudatum.
Pathogenic staphylococci can cause infections in humans, while non-pathogenic strains do not typically cause harm. Pathogenic strains often produce toxins and enzymes that contribute to disease, while non-pathogenic strains lack these virulence factors. Additionally, pathogenic strains are more likely to be antibiotic resistant compared to non-pathogenic strains.