Organisms That Are Resident Microbiota Are Best Described as

Organisms that are resident microbiota are best described as

A) microorganisms that remain with the person throughout life.
B) any microorganisms that cause disease.
C) organisms that are present in or on the body for a short time without causing harm.
D) microorganisms that may cause a disease under certain circumstances.
E) microorganisms that never cause disease.