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Harmful bacterium

A germ that can make you sick

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The story for kids

This is a harmful bacterium, a germ that can make us sick. But don't be scared! Our white cells quickly find it and eat it. And to keep germs away, we need to wash our hands well with soap.

Facts

  • Some bacteria can make us sick.
  • But our white blood cells quickly find them and eat them.
  • Washing your hands helps keep germs out of your body.

Numbers

Size
~0.002 mm
Beaten by
The macrophage

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