The Collective Term for the Functional Collection of Microbes Living

question 6

Multiple Choice

The collective term for the functional collection of microbes living on or in the human body, as opposed to a general term for organisms in an environmental habitat, is

• A) the human microbiome.
• B) the microbiota.
• C) transient microbial flora.
• D) pathogens.

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Definitions:

Behavior

The way in which one acts or conducts oneself, especially towards others.

Stickleback

A small fish species known for its complex social behaviors and as a model organism in studies of animal behavior and evolution.

Reaction Chain

A sequence of actions triggered by stimuli, where each response serves as a cue for the next action in the sequence.

Fixed Action Chain

A sequence of behaviors in response to a specific stimulus, where each action in the sequence automatically triggers the next, with little to no variability.