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Define: Microorganism
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Organisms that are too small to be seen with the unaided eye.
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Define: Germ
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A rapidly growing cell
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Name 4 types of germs
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bacteria, fungi, protozoa,viruses
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Germs:
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-ubiquitous
-decompose organic waste -producers-photosynthesis -produce industrial chems -produce products used in manufacturing -produce fermented foods.. vinegar,cheese |
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How many microorganism species live on exposed surfaces of the body?
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500-1000
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Are there more bacterial or human cells?
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Bacterial, 10/15
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Name a bacteria that is beneficial to humans.
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Intestinal Bacteria
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Bacteria allows humans to:
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-prevent food spoilage
-prevent disease occurrence |
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What led to the development of aeseptic techniques to prevent contamination in medicine and micro labs?
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Knowledge of organisms
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