1. Microorganisms Graphic Organizer

2. MICROORGANISMS ARE HELPFUL……..
Break down dead matter and recycle nutrients (decomposers)
An important source of oxygen and food
Bacteria can be found in food like yogurt and sour cream

3. MICROORGANISM ARE HARMFUL…..
Make you sick and cause diseases
Destroys cells, can be deadly
Parasitic- live on other organisms and cause harm
Harmful microorganisms can be found in rotten or undercooked food.

4. Protection from Microorganisms…
Antibiotics- treat bacterial infections
Food safety-pasteurization
FDA-controlled by the government
Practice good handwashing