Bacteria Diversity
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Which of the following is true about bacteria?

  • They come in different shapes and sizes. (correct)
  • They are made up of multiple cells.
  • They are the largest microorganisms on Earth.
  • They do not require food or living space.

What is the term used to describe the environment and organisms living in it?

  • Biome
  • Microbiome (correct)
  • Habitat
  • Ecosystem

What is the approximate weight of the bacteria living in an average human's microbiome?

  • Less than 1 pound
  • Between 5 and 10 pounds
  • More than 10 pounds
  • Between 2 and 5 pounds (correct)

Which of the following microorganisms is most common in and on the human body?

<p>Bacteria (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the basic unit that makes up all living things?

<p>Cell (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about harmful bacteria?

<p>They can invade the human microbiome through the air we breathe (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an infection?

<p>An invasion of harmful bacteria or other microorganisms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the symptoms of a C. jejuni infection?

<p>Diarrhea, vomiting, and fever (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do antibiotics do?

<p>Kill harmful bacteria (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a person's bacteria after taking antibiotics?

<p>They are reduced in number (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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