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What are the major components of biological systems on earth?
What are the major components of biological systems on earth?
Where are microbes present?
Where are microbes present?
In which extreme environment can microbes be found?
In which extreme environment can microbes be found?
What are the examples of diverse microbes mentioned in the text?
What are the examples of diverse microbes mentioned in the text?
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Which Kingdoms among the living organisms contain micro-organisms?
Which Kingdoms among the living organisms contain micro-organisms?
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Where can microbes be found, even at sites where no other life-form could possibly exist?
Where can microbes be found, even at sites where no other life-form could possibly exist?
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Which of the following is a microscopic form of microbe?
Which of the following is a microscopic form of microbe?
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What is the major component of biological systems on earth, besides macroscopic plants and animals?
What is the major component of biological systems on earth, besides macroscopic plants and animals?
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In which extreme environment can microbes be found where the temperature may be as high as 1000C?
In which extreme environment can microbes be found where the temperature may be as high as 1000C?
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Which of the following are examples of diverse microbes mentioned in the text?
Which of the following are examples of diverse microbes mentioned in the text?
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Study Notes
Major Components of Biological Systems
- Microbes are a major component of biological systems on Earth, besides macroscopic plants and animals.
Presence of Microbes
- Microbes are found everywhere, even at sites where no other life-form could possibly exist.
- They are present in extreme environments like the bottom of the ocean, hydrothermal vents, and even inside rocks.
Extreme Environment for Microbes
- Microbes can be found in extreme environments where temperatures can be as high as 100°C.
Diverse Examples of Microbes
- Examples of diverse microbes mentioned in the text include bacteria, archaea, fungi, and protists.
Kingdoms Containing Microorganisms
- Microorganisms belong to the following Kingdoms:
- Bacteria
- Archaea
- Fungi
- Protista
Microscopic Form of Microbe
- Bacteria are a microscopic form of microbe.
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Test your knowledge on the role of microbes in human welfare with this quiz covering topics such as household and industrial products, sewage treatment, biogas production, biocontrol agents, and biofertilizers. Evaluate your understanding of the significance of microbes in biological systems.
