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What is the study of the interrelationships between microbes and their environment?
What is the study of the interrelationships between microbes and their environment?
- Parasitology
- Microbial Ecology (correct)
- Epidemiology
- Immunology
How many different species make up the indigenous microflora of humans?
How many different species make up the indigenous microflora of humans?
- 200-500
- 500-1,000 (correct)
- 1,000-1,500
- 1,500-2,000
What term is used to refer to the collective microbes residing on and within a person's body?
What term is used to refer to the collective microbes residing on and within a person's body?
- Pathogenic Microflora
- Indigenous Microflora (correct)
- Transient Microflora
- Exotic Microflora
Which areas of the body are normally free of microorganisms?
Which areas of the body are normally free of microorganisms?
What is the term used to describe two dissimilar organisms living together in a close association?
What is the term used to describe two dissimilar organisms living together in a close association?
What term is used to describe the study of the interrelationships between microbes and the world around them?
What term is used to describe the study of the interrelationships between microbes and the world around them?
Which of the following is true about the indigenous microflora of humans?
Which of the following is true about the indigenous microflora of humans?
What term is used to refer to the collective microbes residing on and within a person's body?
What term is used to refer to the collective microbes residing on and within a person's body?
Which areas of the body are normally free of microorganisms?
Which areas of the body are normally free of microorganisms?
What is the term used to describe two dissimilar organisms living together in a close association?
What is the term used to describe two dissimilar organisms living together in a close association?
Flashcards
Microbial Ecology
Microbial Ecology
The study of interactions between microbes and their environment.
Indigenous Microflora
Indigenous Microflora
The total collection of microbes living in/on the human body.
Microbe-Free Body Areas
Microbe-Free Body Areas
Normally sterile areas, including blood, lymph, spinal fluid, and most internal tissues/organs.
Symbiosis
Symbiosis
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Microbial Ecology
Microbial Ecology
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Human Microflora Composition
Human Microflora Composition
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Indigenous Microflora
Indigenous Microflora
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Sterile Body Areas
Sterile Body Areas
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Symbiosis
Symbiosis
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Study Notes
Microbiology and Ecology
- The study of the interrelationships between microbes and their environment is called microbiology or microbial ecology.
Human Microbiome
- The indigenous microflora of humans is composed of approximately 39 trillion microbial cells, representing thousands of different species.
- The collective microbes residing on and within a person's body are referred to as the microbiome or microbiota.
Microbe-Free Zones
- The following areas of the body are normally free of microorganisms: the brain, spinal cord, and blood.
Symbiotic Relationships
- The term used to describe two dissimilar organisms living together in a close association is symbiosis.
- Examples of symbiotic relationships include mutualism, commensalism, and parasitism.
Microbial Ecology
- The study of the interrelationships between microbes and the world around them is called microbial ecology.
Human Microbiome Characteristics
- The indigenous microflora of humans plays a crucial role in human health and disease.
- The human microbiome is dynamic and can change in response to various factors, such as diet, environment, and lifestyle.
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Description
Test your knowledge of microbial ecology and indigenous microflora with this quiz. Explore the interrelationships between microbes and their environment, as well as the beneficial relationships between humans and microbes.
