Microorganisms Are Essential to Our Life

question 42

Multiple Choice

Microorganisms are essential to our life. Each of the following is an example of a beneficial function of microorganisms EXCEPT

• A) agriculture.
• B) alternative fuel production.
• C) gene therapy.
• D) increased number of illnesses.
• E) bioremediation.

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Definitions:

Cartilage

A flexible and semi-rigid supportive connective tissue found throughout the body, including the joints, ear, nose, and trachea, providing structure and allowing for movement.

Lung Cancer

A type of cancer that begins in the lungs, often associated with smoking and exposure to harmful substances.

Cystic Fibrosis

A genetic disorder that affects the respiratory and digestive systems, characterized by thick, sticky mucus production that can lead to breathing and digestion issues.

Diaphragm

In mammals, dome-shaped muscularized sheet separating the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity; contraceptive device that prevents sperm from reaching the egg.