Microbiomes Vocabulary Flashcard: Chapter 1(Amplify)

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What is the largest unit of measure among the following: centimeter, micrometer, nanometer, meter?

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Meter

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An organism is defined as...

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Living things such as plants, animals, and bacteria.

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Cells are much bigger than...

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Molecules.

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Almost all cells are...

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Microscopic.

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What is the correct order of organization in biological systems?

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Cell - Tissue - Organs - Organ Systems - Organism.

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What is a microbiome?

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A community of microorganisms living in a particular environment, such as the human gut.

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What is the function of bacteria in the microbiome?

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Bacteria help in digestion, produce vitamins, and protect against harmful pathogens.

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What is the difference between living and non-living things?

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Living things can grow, reproduce, and respond to their environment, while non-living things cannot.

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What are organelles?

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Specialized structures within a cell that perform specific functions.

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What is the role of cells in living organisms?

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Cells are the basic unit of life, responsible for carrying out all life processes.

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