The Study of Interactions Between Microbes and Their Environment and How

question 25

Multiple Choice

The study of interactions between microbes and their environment and how those interactions affect the earth is called ______.

• A)applied microbiology
• B)bioengineering
• C)microbial ecology
• D)industrial microbiology
• E)biotechnology

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Definitions:

Alveoli

Tiny air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange between the air and blood takes place.

Puncture

A small hole made by a sharp object, often referring to a type of wound.

Thoracic Cavity

A part of the body cavity situated between the neck and the diaphragm; it houses the lungs and heart among other structures.

Residual Volume

The amount of air that remains in a person's lungs after fully exhaling, ensuring that the lungs do not collapse.