Harmful microorganisms that cause disease are called?

• A. Cross-Contamination
• B. Pathogenic
• C. MRSA
• D. SDS

Answer: (B)

Harmful microorganisms that cause disease are described as pathogenic. Pathogenic organisms, or pathogens, have the ability to invade the body and trigger infections or illness. They can be bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites, and recognizing them helps explain why infection-control practices focus on preventing their spread through proper sanitation, sterilization, hand hygiene, and careful handling of tools.

Cross-contamination refers to the transfer of contaminants from one surface or person to another, not the name of the disease-causing organisms themselves. MRSA is a specific example of a pathogen, not the general term. SDS stands for Safety Data Sheet, a document related to chemical hazards, not microorganisms.