Which of the following describes a bacterium that lives in the human intestine and causes disease? A. commensalist B. decomposer C. gut mutualism D. symbiotic pathogen

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Which of the following describes a bacterium that lives in the human intestine and causes disease?

A. commensalist

B. decomposer

C. gut mutualism

D. symbiotic pathogen

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Disease refers to any abnormal condition or disorder that affects the body or mind of an organism, causing physical or mental dysfunction. Diseases can be caused by a wide range of factors, including pathogens (such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites), genetic mutations, environmental factors (such as pollution or toxins), and lifestyle factors (such as poor nutrition, lack of exercise, and drug or alcohol abuse).

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