Which of the following is true about bacteria?
A) most bacteria are harmful
B) bacteria only inhabit surfaces
C) we have more bacteria cells that our own cells
D) bacteria are restricted in their distribution to certain ecosystems
E) bacteria are the most common organisms in the Domain Eukarya

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It is estimated that the human body contains 10 times as many bacterial cells as human cells. This means that the number of bacterial cells in our body is higher than the number of our own cells.

Additionally, option A is incorrect as most bacteria are harmless or even beneficial to humans. Option B is incorrect as bacteria can inhabit a variety of environments including soil, water, and even inside other organisms. Option D is incorrect as bacteria are found in a wide range of ecosystems. Option E is incorrect as bacteria belong to the Domain Bacteria, not Domain Eukarya.

Which of the Following Is True About Bacteria