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Which of the following is true about microbes?
Which of the following is true about microbes?
- They are present in soil, water, air, and inside living organisms (correct)
- They are only present in living organisms
- They are only present in soil and water
- They are only present in highly acidic environments
Which of the following are major components of biological systems on earth?
Which of the following are major components of biological systems on earth?
- Microbes (correct)
- Protozoa and bacteria
- Fungi and viruses
- Plants and animals
Which of the following is a type of microbe?
Which of the following is a type of microbe?
- Protozoa (correct)
- Amphibians
- Mammals
- Insects
Where can microbes be found?
Where can microbes be found?
What can be seen with the naked eyes when grown on nutritive media?
What can be seen with the naked eyes when grown on nutritive media?
Which of the following are major components of biological systems on earth?
Which of the following are major components of biological systems on earth?
Where can microbes be found?
Where can microbes be found?
What type of environments can microbes survive in?
What type of environments can microbes survive in?
What are the examples of microscopic animal and plant viruses?
What are the examples of microscopic animal and plant viruses?
What can be seen with the naked eyes when grown on nutritive media?
What can be seen with the naked eyes when grown on nutritive media?
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Study Notes
Microbes
- Microbes are a type of microorganism that includes bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa.
Major Components of Biological Systems on Earth
- Microbes are major components of biological systems on earth, along with plants and animals.
Types of Microbes
- Examples of microbes include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa.
Habitat of Microbes
- Microbes can be found almost everywhere, including in soil, water, air, and the bodies of animals and plants.
Characteristics of Microbes
- When grown on nutritive media, microbial colonies can be seen with the naked eye.
Environmental Survival of Microbes
- Microbes can survive in a wide range of environments, including extreme temperatures, high salinity, and high pressure.
Examples of Microscopic Viruses
- Examples of microscopic animal viruses include influenza virus and HIV.
- Examples of microscopic plant viruses include tobacco mosaic virus and potato virus X.
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