1 - Chapter 3: The Microbial Universe and Human Health
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What is a microorganism?
💡 Hint: Think about organisms that are not visible to the naked eye.
Name one beneficial role of bacteria.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens in our stomach.
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What type of microorganism is Lactobacillus?
💡 Hint: Think about probiotics.
True or False: Viruses can reproduce independently.
💡 Hint: Consider their reliance on living cells.
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Evaluate the potential impact of antibiotic overuse on the microbial community.
💡 Hint: Consider how bacteria adapt to pressure.
Propose a way to promote healthy bacteria while limiting harmful microbes in the gut.
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between diet and gut health.
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