1.1 What is the word for an inanimate object that can transmit infectious agents from one individual to another?
A. Bacteria
B. Fomite
C. Germ
D. Parasite
1.1 — B: Fomite
A fomite is an inanimate object capable of carrying and transmitting infectious agents. Examples include countertops, doorknobs, phones, and handrails.
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