Microorganisms – Did you know?

The video discusses the origins of life, highlighting microorganisms as the first forms of life. It suggests that these microorganisms likely originated in environments similar to those where colorful bacteria are found today, such as the edges of hot springs.

What were the earliest forms of life on Earth?

• Plants

• Fungi

• Animals

• Microorganisms

In what type of environment are microorganisms believed to have originated?

• Deserts

• Oceans

• Forests

• Similar to where colorful bacteria grow

Where can colorful bacteria often be found?

• In caves

• On mountain tops

• In the deep sea

• On the edges of hot springs

Which of the following is NOT a likely environment for the origin of microorganisms?

• Cold deserts

• Hot springs

• Volcanic vents

• Colorful bacterial habitats

What is a characteristic feature of the bacteria found on the edges of hot springs?

• They are colorless

• They are invisible

• They are colorful

• They are metallic