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What are microbes? |
Microbes are living organisms, usually made up of just a single cell. |
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What are the 5 groups of microbes? |
- Bacteria - Fungi - Protists (protozoa) - Algae - Viruses |
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What is Binary fission? |
Bacteria reproduces by cells splitting into two. When the parent cells of protists and bacteria split, they form identical cells which are known as daughter cells. This division is known as binary fission. |
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What are some forms of good bacteria? |
- Decomposition - Yoghurt - Cheese
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What can bad bacteria cause? |
Bad bacteria can lead to disease and infection. Most common bad bacteria comes from 'off' food which can cause food poisoning. |