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Bacteria

Bacteria under a microscope with scale measurement.

Bacteria are single-celled microscopic organisms. While most bacteria are harmless, some are pathogenic and cause us harm.

Acknowledgement: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr Ray Butler

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Rights: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr Ray Butler
Published: 17 July 2018Size: 1.08 MB
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