A microbe that is harmful and can cause an infection is
A) A non-pathogen
B) A pathogen
C) Normal flora
D) A germicide

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A pathogen is a microbe that can cause disease or infection in a host. Therefore, it is the best choice for this question. A non-pathogen is a microbe that does not cause any harm or infection. Normal flora are microbes that are present in our body without causing harm. Germicides are agents used to kill or eliminate microbes.

A Microbe That Is Harmful and Can Cause an Infection