1. Why do microorganisms not infect pickles and murabbas?

2. What tool can be used to explore surfaces of leaves, stems, roots, or any other part to see microorganisms?

3. How do microorganisms show diversity?

4. Some microorganisms can be found in extreme climate conditions. Which of the following is an example of such a place?

5. Why do some food items, like lemons or tomatoes, develop a powdery or cotton-like growth when left outside for some time?

6. What is the purpose of adding fruit and vegetable peels to a container of soil in Activity 2.7?

7. What is manure?

8. Which microorganisms help break down plant waste into manure?

9. Why do gardeners collect dry leaves and plant waste and put them into pits?

10. What is the process called when microorganisms break down complex substances of fallen leaves into simpler substances?