Concept information
Preferred term
microbes
Definition
- Microbes are a large, diverse group of organisms that exist as single cells or as colonies (clusters of cells of the same species) that are able to grow, generate energy, and reproduce independently of other cells. Microbes may be eukaryotic or prokaryotic. [Source: Encyclopedia of Environment and Society; Microbes]
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URI
https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/microbes
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