Introduction to Microbes
- Play this micro-lecture from RMIT University and contributed by Dr. Taghrid Istivan, to help students to get an overview of microbes, their classification, and their role in the biosphere.
- Discuss the significant role of microbes in sustaining life on earth. When teaching the topic of microbes, discuss the relationship between microbial life and climate.
As climate change alters the environment, microorganisms respond, adapt, and evolve in their surroundings. Microorganisms have generation times that may be as short as a few hours; therefore, they respond to environmental and climate-related changes at a faster rate than most other organisms. Thus, microbes are ideal systems for understanding the effects of climate change on biological systems. Watch this short video about microbes.
What are Microbes by RMIT University and contributed by Dr. Taghrid Istivan.