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Microorganism

Molecular classification: Bacteria, Archaea, Fungi, Algae, Protozoa, Viruses

Overview

A microorganism, also known as a microbe, is an organism of microscopic size that may exist as a single cell or as a colony of cells. Microorganisms are extremely diverse and include Bacteria, Archaea, Fungi, Algae, Protozoa, and Viruses. They play essential roles in ecosystems, including decomposition, nutrient cycling, and symbiosis. Some microorganisms are pathogenic and cause infectious diseases.

Other names: Microbe

Mechanism of action

Various, depending on the specific drug and microorganism. Examples include: inhibition of cell wall synthesis, inhibition of protein synthesis, disruption of cell membrane, inhibition of nucleic acid synthesis.

Biological functions

DecompositionNutrient cyclingSymbiosisPathogenicity

Disease associations

Infection

Safety considerations

Antibiotic resistanceToxicity of antimicrobial agentsOpportunistic infections

Interacting drugs

Antibiotics

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