5 Questions
Where are microorganisms found?
Across the Earth, including Bacteria, Archaea and Eukaryotes
What is the estimated number of microbial species on Earth?
One million
What do microorganisms obtain from their surroundings?
Energy and resources
What role do microorganisms play in natural environments?
They drive chemical reactions and obtain energy and resources
What proportion of microbial species on Earth are pathogenic?
A small fraction of them
This quiz covers the study of microbiome, including the types of microorganisms, their characteristics, and their presence on Earth. It also touches on the pathogenic nature of some microorganisms.
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