Question

Explain on the usefulness and harmful effects of microorganisms.

Answer 1

Microorganisms:

Microbes are so small that they can only be seen under a microscope. This includes a variety of organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, algae, and protozoa.

Uses of microorganisms:

1. Microbial used to bake food in bakeries.
2. Used for the production of organic matter.
3. Some of the microbes that are present in our body help build our immune system.
4. These are used in the production of related vitamins and minerals in our bodies.
5. The nodules contain blue-green algae and Rhizobium, which can fix nitrogen in the atmosphere.
6. Microorganisms play an important role in maintaining ecological balance.
7. Lactobacillus is helpful in curd formation.
8. Microorganisms help carry out the circulation of oxygen and nitrogen in the atmosphere.

Harmful effects of microorganisms:

1. Food deterioration.
2. Disease transmission.
3. Disinfecting the surfaces on which the microorganism has taken up residence.
4. Microbes propagate diseases like tuberculosis, cholera, Diphtheria, and others.