Stuff you can't see
What is it called when you can't see something with the naked eye?
Microscopic
Most microorganisms are ____________(They only have one cell).
Bacteria
Medicines that kill microorganisms, especially bacteria, are called __________.
Antibiotics
What is a living thing that you can't see with the naked eye called?
Microorganism
True or False: Microorganisms can affect a person's health.
TRUE
True or False: Medicine that kill bacteria ONLY kill harmful bacteria.
False!
They kill both harmful and helpful bacteria!
True or false: Microorganisms all look alike
False!
Microorganisms come in all different shapes and sizes!
True or False: All microorganisms are harmful.
FALSE
True or False: Antibiotics carry new bacteria to give to people.
FALSE! They just kill bacteria.
How many cells does a human typically have?
Trillions!
What can a harmful microorganism, like C. Jejuni, do to our cells?
They can poison our cells so they are not able to repair themselves.
How can medicine that kills bacteria make someone feel better?
It kills harmful bacteria that is taking up space in the microbiome and making a person sick.
What TWO things do bacteria need to survive?
Write TWO ways that helpful microorganisms keep us healthy.
1. They kill harmful microorganisms.
2. They help digest foods.
3. They take up food and space so harmful microorganisms cannot survive.
Why would someone get sick again after taking medicine that kills bacteria?
The medicine also kills helpful bacteria, which leaves food and space for harmful bacteria.