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Version: 11

Released: 2018

Group: animals-nature

Microbe

Description

The microbe emoji (🦠) showcases a playful cartoonish representation of a microorganism, often resembling bacteria or viruses. It’s commonly used to symbolize health issues, scientific discussions, or even the spread of germs in everyday life. For example, it can pop up in conversations about hygiene, or in humorous contexts, like a "sick day" excuse. This emoji highlights our microbiome's significance in shaping well-being and emphasizes the fascinating world of tiny organisms. Did you know that microbes outnumber human cells by ten to one? The emoji version is 11, released in 2018.