Question

Describe 5 harmful effects of bacteria in humans.

Answer 1

Bacteria:

1. Bacteria are minute unicellular microbes.
2. Most types of bacteria are not harmful.
3. Some bacteria cause illnesses in humans.

Listed below are the five harmful effects of bacteria in humans:

1. Bacteria are also linked with cancer.
2. They are responsible for some of the spoilage of food.
3. They can also cause simple allergies and chronic inflammation.
4. In some cases, the bacteria can advance to the flesh and tissues of the host and hence are called flesh-eating bacteria.
5. They are responsible for many infectious diseases like pneumonia, tuberculosis, diphtheria, syphilis, and tooth decay.
6. Some bacteria cause cellulose degradation thereby destroying textiles, wooden articles, and canvas.