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Tiny but mighty facts about bacteria and microbes — the invisible world that keeps everything alive.
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Antibiotics are ineffective against viruses. Medicine draws very firm jurisdictional boundaries.
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Bacteria can survive for years in space. Microbes remain undefeated survivalists.
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Viruses are not technically alive—they require a host to reproduce. Freeloaders with ambition.
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Antibiotics revolutionized medicine in the 20th century. A turning point for humans — and a bad century for bacteria.
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The flu virus can survive on surfaces for up to 48 hours. Basically, it’s a roommate you didn’t invite.
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Your body has similar amount of bacteria cells and human cells. Congratulations, you’re technically a colony.
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Gut contains trillions of bacteria that affect digestion and mood. Basically, your stomach has opinions.
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Yogurt contains live bacteria beneficial for digestion. The only time “eating bacteria” sounds healthy.
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Yogurt is just milk that joined a cult and came back tangy. Gut bacteria applauded.
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A virus was almost named “tiny menace.” Which is still the vibe.
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The first microscope revealed bacteria and immediately started beef with handshakes. Hygiene got a new enemy list.
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The first time someone discovered bacteria, they immediately blamed them for everything. Which is still science’s favorite scapegoat.
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