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Microorganisms Worksheet

Explore the fascinating world of microorganisms with this Grade 5 science worksheet. Learn about different types, their roles, and how they affect our lives.

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5-LS1-15-LS2-1

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Microorganisms: The Tiny World Around Us

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Good luck!

1. Which of the following is NOT a type of microorganism?

a

Bacteria

b

Fungi

c

Plants

d

Viruses

2. Microorganisms are usually too small to be seen without a:

a

Telescope

b

Microscope

c

Binoculars

d

Magnifying glass

3. Some microorganisms are helpful, like the ones that help us digest our  .

4.   are microorganisms that can cause diseases.

5. All microorganisms are harmful to humans.

T

True

F

False

6. Yeast, used to make bread, is a type of microorganism.

T

True

F

False

7. Describe one way microorganisms can be helpful to humans.

Observe the image below, which shows a microorganism under a microscope.

E. coli bacterium under a microscope

8. What tool would you need to see this microorganism?