There Are More Described and Named Species of Insects Than

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Essay

There are more described and named species of insects than of all other species on Earth combined.However, only a very few insect species live in marine environments, and those species are restricted to the intertidal zone or the ocean surface.What factors may have contributed to the insects' lack of success in the oceans?

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Definitions:

Infection

The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites that are not normally present within the body.

Enteral Feedings

The delivery of nutrients directly into the stomach or intestine via a feeding tube.

Administering Medications

The process of giving drugs to a patient as prescribed, which can be oral, intravenous, or through other routes.

Sterile Technique

A set of specific practices and procedures in medical settings aimed at eliminating all microorganisms from an object or area to prevent infection.