Week 9 - Gut Microbiome Flashcards
1
Q
define microbiome
A
the entire habitat, including the microorganisms and their genomes and the surrounding environmental conditions
2
Q
define microbiota?
A
a collective term for the microorganisms that live in or on the body
3
Q
what is dysbiosis?
A
increased pathobionts, reduced microbial diversity, and reduced beneficial microbes
