What Are Microbes and How Do They Affect the Human Body?
Microbes are tiny biological agents found almost everywhere, including in and on the human body. Many are harmless, and some help with digestion, protection and immune development. Others can cause disease if they enter the wrong place, multiply too much or overcome the body’s defenses. Their effects depend on the type of microbe, where it lives and how the body responds. An educational 3D illustration detailing the primary microbial communities located across the human body, including the skin, mouth, gut, and reproductive system. The diagram features a magnified inset of common microbe types—such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa—and uses a balanced scale to depict the relationship between helpful and harmful organisms. Table of Contents What Are Microbes and Are They the Same as Germs? What Are the Main Types of Microbes? Where Do Microbes Live In and On the Human Body? What Is the Difference Between the Microbiota and the Micro...