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Microbes are everywhere: in the soil, in the water, and even in our bodies. That's right! Microbes cover every surface of our bodies, both inside and out. These microscopic life forms represent thousands of species, and they outnumber our own cells by about 10 to 1.
Some scientists view our resident microbes as a newly discovered and largely unexplored organ, with many functions that are essential for life. Explore the pages below to learn more about the human microbiome.