Human Microbiome Basics

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Bacteria in the body outnumber the cells of the human body itself

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True

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Which of the following is likely NOT found living on or in humans as part of a microbiome?
bacteria, fungi, microscopic animals, microscopic plants

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microscopic plants

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Antibacterial hand sanitizers wipe out which kinds of bacteria on your skin?

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Both!

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The increase in antibiotic use in the US has ______ the diversity of our microbimes.

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reduced

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The microbes in a particular environment including the body or part of the body are called...

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Microbiome

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Microorganisms introduced into the body for their beneficial qualities are called...

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Probiotics

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Nondigestible food ingredients that promote the growth of beneficial microorganisms in the intestines are called...

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Prebiotics

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How do the microbes in the intestinal tract benefit us?

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produce vitamins, Breaks down undigestable foods to release nutrients, Control metabolism and nutrient storage

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Gut microbes teach the immune system to recognize and attack foreign pathogens.

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True

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Broad spectrum antibiotics only target pathogenic bacteria

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False