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Microbiology Practice Test: Microbiology of Soil & Aquatic Microbiology — Flashcards

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Microbiology of Soil & Aquatic Microbiology topics include: Soil microorganisms interactions, nitrogen, carbon and sulphur cycles, aquatic environment, aquatic microorganisms techniques and productivity.

Soil microbiology is a branch of microbiology that studies the microorganisms in soil. It focuses on their roles in soil formation, fertility, and nutrient cycling. 

Soil microorganisms include:  Bacteria, Fungi, Viruses, Protozoa, Actinomycetes, Algae, Nematodes. 
These microorganisms are key to soil health. Soils with more organic residues tend to have more microorganisms. 
 

Aquatic microbiology is the science that studies microscopic organisms in fresh or salt water systems. 
 

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The association which involves the exchange of nutrients between two species is referred to as ______________
syntrophism
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