What is the microbiome?

A A very small biome in the Arctic

B The community of microorganisms living in and on the human body

C A type of microscope

D A biological weapon

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

The human microbiome is the vast community of trillions of microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi) living in and on our bodies, especially in the gut. It plays crucial roles in digestion, immunity, and health.

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The correct answer to the question "What is the microbiome?" is Option B: The community of microorganisms living in and on the human body.

The other options — A) A very small biome in the Arctic, C) A type of microscope, D) A biological weapon — are incorrect for this Everyday Science question. As explained above: The human microbiome is the vast community of trillions of microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi) living in and on our bodies, especially in the gut. It plays crucial roles in digestion, immunity,…

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What is the microbiome?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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