GK Question

science medium true_false

True or False: The human gut microbiome influences immune system development and metabolism.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

Gut microbes train immune cells, produce vitamins (K, B12), ferment fiber to SCFAs. Dysbiosis linked to obesity, IBD, mental health. Probiotics/prebiotics modulate microbiome. [[ICMR Reports, NCERT Biology Class 12]]

Topic Biology - Microbiome Research
Exam Relevance SSC CGL, Railway NTPC, UPSC CAPF