Question

Microorganisms can be harmful to humans. Justify the statement.

Answer 1

Harmful microorganisms:

1. Certain microorganisms are harmful to humans, animals, or plants as they create detrimental effects on the organism.
2. These disease-causing microorganisms are called pathogens and they include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoans.
3. Examples: cholera caused by bacteria, rabies caused by a virus, etc.
4. This also includes the microorganisms that affect food or clothes.