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Description of the model variables.
| Variables | Description |
|---|---|
| S | Susceptible population. |
| Se | Susceptible individuals who are educated to prevent the disease. |
| C | Carrier individuals (infected & infectious but asymptomatic). |
| I | Infected individuals (symptomatic). |
| R | Recovered individuals. |
| E | Pathogen concentration on contaminated surfaces or objects in the environment. |
