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Directions: Choose the word that substitutes the following phrase.
Any microscopic organism especially a disease causing bacteria
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Microbe
💡 Explanation:
A microbe is a general term for any microscopic organism, particularly those that cause disease, such as bacteria. While 'germ' is a common synonym, 'microbe' is the more formal scientific term for these organisms. 'Virus' and 'bacillus' are more specific types of microbes.