EVERYDAY SCIENCE

Detailed explanation-1: -You can find germs (microbes) in the air; on food, plants and animals; in the soil and water-and on just about every other surface, including your body.

Detailed explanation-2: -Bacteria are found in every habitat on Earth: soil, rock, oceans and even arctic snow. Some live in or on other organisms including plants and animals including humans. There are approximately 10 times as many bacterial cells as human cells in the human body.

Detailed explanation-3: -Out of 32 places in the home, the top spots for bacteria are the toiletbowl, kitchen drain, kitchen sponge or counter-wiping cloth, bathtub, andkitchen sink., according to a new study. But only 3% of Americans think they’re more likely to pick up germs fromtheir bathtub than from their garbage bins, a new survey shows.

Detailed explanation-4: -There are four types of bacteria that are extremely common within a household. Staphylococcus, Micrococcus, Pseudomonas, and Bacillus are the most common types. Micrococcus is spherical, and can be found in meat products, in water, and in your soil.

Detailed explanation-5: -Your gut is home to most of the microbes in your body, but your skin, mouth, lungs, and genitalia also harbour diverse populations. And as research continues into body biomes, it should reveal answers about how these microorganisms are promoting health or even disease.