# Describe how bacteria can spread from one person to another. Give two different methods of transmission in your answer.

> Eduqas GCSE Biology — 3.2 Communicable disease · Describe · 4 marks

## Mark scheme (4 marks)

1. Bacteria can spread through the air via droplets / aerosols (e.g. when sneezing or coughing)
2. Correct elaboration of first method OR named example of a disease spread this way
3. Bacteria can spread through direct contact / touching an infected person or contaminated surface
4. Correct elaboration of second method OR named example of a disease spread this way

## Key terms

- [bacteria](https://www.gradenine.co.uk/glossary/bacteria)
- [transmission](https://www.gradenine.co.uk/glossary/transmission)

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