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What feeds on the undigested food in the digestive tract to help complete digestion?

The gut microbiota, which consists of beneficial bacteria and other microorganisms, help to break down undigested food in the digestive tract. These microorganisms aid in fermentation and breakdown of certain nutrients, helping to complete digestion and extract additional energy from food.


What do bacteria possess to allow them to adhere to intestinal lining?

Both bacteria and the lining cells of the intestinal tract have to have mutual attractive proteins. These will allow the bacteria affect the other cells. Many do not and they have no bad effect. We do have billions of bacteria that are beneficial and not harmful. The digestive tract is their normal habitat.


Microorganisms in food that are viable when consumed and that are beneficial to health are known as?

if you're trying to say that microorganisms are part of the natural flora of the digestive tract, their name is "saprophites" (the food/medicine that contains them is called "probiotic"). the good thing with them is that they fit there naturally, preventing harmful bacteria from creeping in from the outside.


Are all microorganisms good for you?

No, not all microorganisms are bad for you. In fact, your body is full of them. Some micro organisms are needed by your body to help break down foods in the Intestines. These are called good bacteria. Some drinks actually contain bacteria for example the drink "Biofeel" or "Yakult" Another use of microorganisms is in the making of cheese. Viruses are not organisms, they are more like a chemical reaction stored for later use. Some scientists believe they are an evolved form of a micro organism. ___________________ Not by any means. We couldn't survive without microorganisms. __________________


Is bacteria the same as lactobacillus vulgaris?

No, bacteria is a broad category that includes a wide variety of different microorganisms, while Lactobacillus vulgaris is a specific species of bacteria within the Lactobacillus genus. Lactobacillus vulgaris is commonly found in the human gastrointestinal tract and is known for its probiotic benefits.

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What feeds on the undigested food in the digestive tract to help complete digestion?

The gut microbiota, which consists of beneficial bacteria and other microorganisms, help to break down undigested food in the digestive tract. These microorganisms aid in fermentation and breakdown of certain nutrients, helping to complete digestion and extract additional energy from food.


What are the useful and harmful effects of microorganism?

Some microorganisms are part of the body's natural processes. For instance, the bacteria of your digestive tract help you to digest food. Other microorganisms can cause disease. Some otherwise beneficial bacteria can be harmful if they become too abundant.


What do bacteria possess to allow them to adhere to intestinal lining?

Both bacteria and the lining cells of the intestinal tract have to have mutual attractive proteins. These will allow the bacteria affect the other cells. Many do not and they have no bad effect. We do have billions of bacteria that are beneficial and not harmful. The digestive tract is their normal habitat.


Is intestinal bacteria harmful?

There are some bacteria that can cause intestinal disease. All humans have bacteria in their intestine but the bacteria is a good thing. One of the most prevalent bacteria in the human GI tract is E. coli. There are different strains of E. coli and not all of them are pathogenic. The bacteria inside the human GI tract is "normal Flora" and is beneficial to humans.


Microorganisms in food that are viable when consumed and that are beneficial to health are known as?

if you're trying to say that microorganisms are part of the natural flora of the digestive tract, their name is "saprophites" (the food/medicine that contains them is called "probiotic"). the good thing with them is that they fit there naturally, preventing harmful bacteria from creeping in from the outside.


What is the relationship between termite and digestive tract microorganisms?

mutalism


Are all microorganisms good for you?

No, not all microorganisms are bad for you. In fact, your body is full of them. Some micro organisms are needed by your body to help break down foods in the Intestines. These are called good bacteria. Some drinks actually contain bacteria for example the drink "Biofeel" or "Yakult" Another use of microorganisms is in the making of cheese. Viruses are not organisms, they are more like a chemical reaction stored for later use. Some scientists believe they are an evolved form of a micro organism. ___________________ Not by any means. We couldn't survive without microorganisms. __________________


Is bacteria the same as lactobacillus vulgaris?

No, bacteria is a broad category that includes a wide variety of different microorganisms, while Lactobacillus vulgaris is a specific species of bacteria within the Lactobacillus genus. Lactobacillus vulgaris is commonly found in the human gastrointestinal tract and is known for its probiotic benefits.


What is the name of the chamber in the digestive tract of grazing mammals in which cellulose is broken down?

The chamber in the digestive tract of grazing mammals where cellulose is broken down is called the rumen. It is a specialized stomach compartment where bacteria and other microorganisms help digest cellulose by fermentation.


What are gut bacteria?

Gut bacteria are, well, bacteria found in the gut. Bacteria are microorganisms made of a single cell; more information on them can be found in the external links provided here. The gut is usually considered any part of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, from mouth to anus.All animals have gut bacteria. This is a normal and completely healthy condition. These normal gut bacteria are considered to make up the normal gut flora or gut microbiota of an individual.Different parts of the GI tract contain different bacteria. This has to do with the environment found in the different parts of the GI tract. For example, the stomach provides an acidic environment, making it difficult for most bacteria to survive. The colon, on the other hand, provides a suitable environment for anaerobic organisms like Bacteroides fragilis and Entereschia coli (E. coli).


Is the pharynx sterile?

no it is not. the pharynx, stomach, and intestinal tract are not sterile.


Does bacterium mean death?

No a bacterium (plural bacteria) does not cause death, some can, but the majority of bacteria allow you to live, you have countless bacteria in your intestines and mouth (plaque) and every surface, unless sterilized, most like has some bacteria in it. Fun fact, if you look on a yogurt label the ingredients should have "live cultures" listed somewhere and those are bacteria that can help regulate your digestive tract.