Microbiome Amplify Flashcard

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What do harmful bacteria do in the gut microbiome?

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They can make people sick.

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Every scientific argument has 4 things: a question, a _________, evidence, and reasoning.

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claim

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Living things with ________ than normal helpful bacteria in their guts can become infected more easily because there is more food and space available for harmful bacteria.

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fewer

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What is a type of harmful bacteria found in the human gut microbiome?

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C. jejuni

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Living things, such as plants, animals and bacteria are called..

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organisms

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What is the gut microbiome?

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The community of microorganisms living in the digestive tracts of humans and other animals.

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What role do beneficial bacteria play in the gut?

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They help digest food and protect against harmful bacteria.

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What can happen if harmful bacteria outnumber beneficial bacteria in the gut?

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It can lead to infections and digestive issues.

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What is an example of a beneficial bacterium in the gut?

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L. reuteri

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What is the term for the study of microorganisms?

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Microbiology