Which statement concerning the human microbiome is false? A) The microbiome in the vagina of the mother is passed to a human baby during vaginal delivery. B) The mother's microbiome is transferred to her baby during breast feeding. C) The incidence of autoimmune diseases is the same in humans born by cesarean section as in those born vaginally. D) Many of the bacteria acquired through bottle feeding are not well suited for human health. E) Humans use vitamins B₁₂ and K produced by the microbiome in the large intestine.

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The incidence of autoimmune diseases is actually higher in humans born by cesarean section than in those born vaginally, possibly due to differences in microbial exposure during birth. The other statements are true.

Which Statement Concerning the Human Microbiome Is False