Vocab I
To believe something, especially something evil or wrong, to be the case
suspect
to breathe in
inhale
Black mold is a variety of _____________________ that feeds of _____________________.
microfungus, moisture
What should you NOT bring into your home? Why?
What paragraph is that information found?
wood, it could have mold spores on it, #6
What kind of smell does Black Mold have? What paragraph?
It has a musty, earthy smell, like dirt and rotting leaves. #8
A parasitic organism that reproduces through sending out spores
fungus
poisonous
toxic
The scientific name for Black Mold.
Stachybotrys chartarum
If you discover a growth of black mold, what should you do? What paragraph can this info be found?
Remove it right away, #5
What may black mold look/feel like? Paragraph?
It is greenish-black, slimy or wet, with a sooty, powdery texture.
#8
continuing for a long time
chronic
obvious
apparent
What does black mold do as it grows?
releases spores into the air
What 3 examples were given for things to throw away if impacted by black mold? Paragraph #?
carpeting, fabric, insulation/ #7
What is the only way to determine a mold species? Paragraph?
Under a microscope- paragraph 9
exact; accurate in every detail
precise
to live in or on as a parasite; to invade
infest
What kind of problems might a person that has been exposed to Stachybotrys first notice?
Lung problems
What is the difference between "prevention" and "treatment"?
Prevention means keeping it from happening in the first place.
Treatment means what to do (how to fix it) if it has already happened.
What does the CDC stand for and advise about testing mold? Paragraphs (2)
They advise not to test (just get rid of any mold!)
CDC- Center for Disease Control
Paragraphs 4, 9
widespread
prevalent
a strong effect
impact
What kind of problems did the dad and son have that were mentioned in our article?
Neurological problems
Never mix what? Why?
Bleach and other cleaning chemicals
It creates dangerous fumes.
What will "thank you" if you remove black mold or any other mold immediately? Paragraph?
Your health! Paragraph 10