What are microorganisms? Name the five major groups into which microorganisms can be divided.

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Organisms which are not visible to the naked eye, and can be seen only through the microscope are called microorganisms. Microorganisms can be mainly classified into five major groups. They are:
(i) Bacteria
(ii) Protozoa
(iii) Fungi
(iv) Algae
(v) Virus.

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