Roles of Microorganisms in the Environment Flashcards
1
Q
What role do decomposers play in ecosystems?
A
They break down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients.
2
Q
What is nitrogen fixation?
A
The process where bacteria convert atmospheric nitrogen into a form plants can use.
3
Q
What is an example of a symbiotic relationship involving microorganisms?
A
Gut bacteria in humans aiding digestion.
4
Q
How do vaccines work?
A
They stimulate the immune system to produce antibodies against a pathogen.
