Do you think microbes can also be used as a source of energy? If yes, how?

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Microbes produce different types of gaseous end-products during growth and metabolism. A mixture of gases called biogas produced by the microbial activity can be used as fuel.

Another end product alcohol can also be mixed with other fuels and used as a source of energy.

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