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They are small in size.So their surface:volume ratio is very high.Therefore exchange of materials can be done efficiently.

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What oranisms play a vital role in the natural recycling of organic materials and are essential to the survival of ecosystems?

microorganisms


How does filtration control microorganism?

Filtration controls microorganisms by physically removing them from the water or air through a porous barrier. The size of the filter pores determines the size of microorganisms that can be captured. This process helps reduce the concentration of microorganisms in the environment, decreasing the risk of contamination and infection.


Surgical instrument are sterilized by heating them and alcohol is used as disinfectant in cleaning the skin prior to an injection.why are these methods effective against microorganisms?

Heating instruments kills microorganisms by denaturing their proteins and disrupting their cellular membranes. Alcohol in disinfectants disrupts the cell membranes of microorganisms, leading to their death. These methods are effective because they target key structures and functions necessary for the survival of microorganisms.


What is an adaptation of penicillium?

An adaptation of Penicillium is its ability to produce antibiotic compounds, such as penicillin, that help it compete against other microorganisms in its environment. This adaptation gives Penicillium a survival advantage by inhibiting the growth of competing organisms.


Do microorganisms do any GOOD things in the world?

Absolutely. The microorganisms in your digestive system help your body break down food. The food chain that EVERY living thing is a part of begins and ends with microorganisms. Yeast makes beer and bread. Etc, etc.

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What are the good and bad microorganisms?

microorganisms are bad once inside the body as they could harm you. They also help the survival of plants.


How does the size of a moose help it survive?

Themoose's large size makes survival in warm climates difficult,


What is size of few microorganisms?

Microorganisms can vary in size, but typically range from 0.2 to 2 micrometers in diameter. Some larger microorganisms, like certain types of algae or fungi, can range up to 200 micrometers.


What characteristics do microorganisms have in common?

they can help or hurt people, animals, and plants.


Can microorganisms help to cure chickenpox?

There are no treatments for chickenpox at this time that use microorganisms.


What are the chances of survival if you have dysentery?

Bloody stool is the way by which your body try to eliminate the microorganisms from your body. Then your immune system tries to fight back the dysentery causing microorganisms.


What oranisms play a vital role in the natural recycling of organic materials and are essential to the survival of ecosystems?

microorganisms


How does being 3 to 20 feet help the hammerhead shark?

The size of the animal makes it tough for other animals to kill/eat it. So the size is a big contributor for it´s survival.


What is the exact size of microorganisms?

They vary from 0.05 microns to 100 microns.


Are bacteria the biggest micro organisms?

No, bacteria are not the biggest microorganisms. Some examples of larger microorganisms include fungi and protists. These microorganisms can range in size from a few micrometers to several millimeters.


Why does it help to have some microorganisms living in the pond?

It helps because microorganisms are small so it will be easier to see in water


How do the microorganisms help in sewage treatment?

Sewage treatment plants use microorganisms to destroy the biological material in sewage.