Tag: Airborne bacteria

Pink "mold" is often misidentified; it is actually the airborne bacteria *Serratia marcescens* that forms a pinkish biofilm. This resilient bacteria is the reason why the frustrating growth of pink mold keeps coming back, thriving in moist, nutrient-rich environments like your shower or sink.

According to a study published in the *Journal of Applied Microbiology*, flushing a toilet with an open lid can launch a plume of aerosolized particles as high as several feet into the air. This raises the critical question: is it bad to breathe in poo particles, and what are the actual health risks associated with this invisible contamination?