Gr.6 - Science - Ch1 L10 - The Importance of Bacteria.pdf
- 1. Science – Gr.6 Lesson 10: The Importance of Bacteria @ASG 2023-2024 1
- 2. @ASG 2023-2024 2 Chapter 1: Structure and Function of Organisms Lesson 10: The Importance of Bacteria p. 68 Objective: - Explain the importance of bacteria in the human digestive system.
- 6. @ASG 2023-2024 6 What are bacteria? Bacteria are tiny organisms that we cannot see. We need a microscope to see them, this is why we say that they are MICROSCOPIC.
- 7. @ASG 2023-2024 7 Where can we find bacteria? Everywhere! In the air, on objects, in food and water, and even in our bodies.
- 8. @ASG 2023-2024 8 Are all bacteria harmful? NO! Some are harmful and some are useful.
- 9. @ASG 2023-2024 9 What do harmful bacteria do? They can cause diseases/ illnesses like sore throats and stomach problems.
- 10. @ASG 2023-2024 10 What about bacteria that are HARMLESS? They help keep nutrients in soil to grow foods. They can cause disease to animals and plants, but do not harm humans. Other bacteria can be used to make food such as yogurt. Some bacteria even live in our bodies, and help with digestion.
- 11. @ASG 2023-2024 11 Where do bacteria that help with digestion live? They are found in the small intestine and large intestine. There are more than 300 different kinds of bacteria in our digestive system.
- 12. @ASG 2023-2024 12 What do we call a group of bacteria and other small organisms that we have in our bodies?
- 13. @ASG 2023-2024 13 How does our microbiome help us? - It breaks down carbohydrates and fiber in food so our body can use them. - It keeps harmful bacteria and diseases out of our bodies.
- 15. @ASG 2023-2024 15 Answers Let’s Think p. 70: - Bacteria are found in the small and large intestine. - They make up part of the microbiome. -The microbiome helps us break down nutrients and keep harmful bacteria out of the body
- 17. @ASG 2023-2024 17 Answers Let’s Reflect p. 71: 1. Air, objects, food 2. Refer to the answer of “Let’s Think” p. 70