Which Statement About Microbiomes And/or Biofilms Is True

question 127

Multiple Choice

Which statement about microbiomes and/or biofilms is true?

• A) Microbiome communities always occur as biofilms.
• B) Biofilms are always detrimental to an organism's health.
• C) The species present in an intestinal biofilm are considered part of the microbiome.
• D) Microbiomes are easily studied, as most of the species present have been fully characterized.
• E) Microbiomes are composed exclusively of bacterial communities.

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Definitions:

Social Support

The perception and actuality that one is cared for, has assistance available from other people, and is part of a supportive social network.

Social Isolation

The absence of specific role relationships.

External Locus

An individual's belief that their life events are largely controlled by external forces or fate rather than their own efforts.

Self-Efficacy

The belief that one is capable of performing the behaviors that will produce desired outcomes in any particular situation.