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What is the typical size comparison of microbes in relation to a millimeter?
What is the typical size comparison of microbes in relation to a millimeter?
- Microbes cannot fit within a millimeter.
- One microbe can fit in a millimeter.
- Ten microbes can fit in a millimeter. (correct)
- A hundred microbes can fit in a millimeter.
Which of the following is NOT caused by microbes?
Which of the following is NOT caused by microbes?
- Chicken pox
- Hives (correct)
- Common cold
- Athlete's foot
What role do microbes play in tooth decay?
What role do microbes play in tooth decay?
- They increase saliva production.
- They form protective coatings on teeth.
- They convert sugar into acid. (correct)
- They neutralize acids in the mouth.
How do microbes aid in composting?
How do microbes aid in composting?
What happens to food when it becomes moldy?
What happens to food when it becomes moldy?
Which of the following statements is true about microbes?
Which of the following statements is true about microbes?
Most bacteria in the mouth are beneficial and prevent tooth decay.
Most bacteria in the mouth are beneficial and prevent tooth decay.
What type of microbe causes athlete's foot?
What type of microbe causes athlete's foot?
Microbes are essential for the process of ________, as they help break down dead matter.
Microbes are essential for the process of ________, as they help break down dead matter.
Match the following conditions to the type of microbe that causes them:
Match the following conditions to the type of microbe that causes them:
Flashcards
Size of microbes
Size of microbes
Microbes are incredibly small; tens might fit on a millimeter.
Harmful microbes
Harmful microbes
Some microbes can cause illnesses like colds, flu, chicken pox, and athlete's foot.
Microbes in mouth
Microbes in mouth
Bacteria in your mouth feed on sugars, creating acid that damages teeth.
Microbes in food
Microbes in food
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Importance of microbes
Importance of microbes
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What are microbes?
What are microbes?
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How do we know microbes exist?
How do we know microbes exist?
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Microbes and tooth decay
Microbes and tooth decay
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Athlete's foot is caused by...
Athlete's foot is caused by...
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Microbes and compost
Microbes and compost
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Study Notes
Microbes and You
- Microbes are too small to see with the naked eye; ten microbes will fit in one millimetre on a ruler, numerous microbes are smaller.
- Microbes can be harmful.
- Microbes can also assist humans; they aid in the production of yoghurt and cheese. The microbes grow in food.
- Brushing teeth regularly can reduce bacteria.
- Bacteria turn sugars in food into acid, which damages teeth.
- Microbes growing in food result in mould (mouldy food)
- Bacteria cause athlete's foot, chicken pox and colds/flu.
- Mould can be linked to mushrooms.
- Microbes (like a type of bacteria), grow well in the mouth.
- People react to microbes that are attacking the body (illness).
Things to do (Making Compost)
- Compost is made up of decaying animals and plants.
- Without these tiny living things (microbes) decaying matter would not break down appropriately.
Invisible Life
- Microbes are found everywhere
- Microbes are in everything around us - including the food we eat, the soil, and the air.
- Microbes can be seen when they grow in large enough colonies like when food goes moldy.
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Description
This quiz explores the fascinating world of microbes, their benefits, and their harmful effects on human health. Learn about the role microbes play in food production, composting, and disease. Test your knowledge on how microbes interact with our daily lives and the environment.
