6th Grade · Science · Crossword · shared by Luke Morgan
Explore a free 6th Grade Science crossword puzzle covering microbiomes, ecosystems, metabolism, and photosynthesis for your classroom.
Crossword: Microbiomes (6th Grade)
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1. An ___ is a special protein produced by living things that acts as a chemical tool to speed up specific reactions, like breaking down food.
3. An ___ is a biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment, where every part depends on others to maintain a balance.
6. ___ refers to the total of all chemical reactions that happen inside a living cell to turn nutrients into energy for growth and repair.
8. ___ is the process used by plants and certain bacteria to transform light energy into chemical energy by using sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide.
9. A ___ is a living thing that is too small to be seen without a microscope, including various types of bacteria, protists, and fungi.
10. ___ is a chemical process where microorganisms break down substances, like sugar or fiber, into simpler compounds while releasing energy and gas.
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2. In biology, a ___ is the complete collection of tiny living organisms, such as bacteria and fungi, that inhabit a specific environment or body part.
4. ___ describes a close and long-term relationship between two different species where at least one of the organisms receives a specific benefit for survival.
5. In science, ___ refers to the variety of different species or types of organisms present within a specific community or biological system.
7. A ___ is any microscopic organism, such as a specific bacterium or virus, that is capable of causing disease or illness in its host.