The condition known as microbial antagonism may be defined as

A. microorganisms that remain with a person throughout life.
B. a relationship between two organisms where one member harms the other.
C. a relationship between two organisms where only one member benefits.
D. an unsuccessful microbial invasion due to the presence of pre-existing microbes.
E. a relationship between two organisms where both members benefit.


Answer: D

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