Question

(5) How do microorganisms maintain the environmental balance ?
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Answer 1

Answer:

Microorganisms are ubiquitous in the environment, where they have a variety of essential functions. Microbes play an essential role in the natural recycling of living material. All naturally produced substances are biodegradable, which means that living organisms, such as bacteria or fungi, can break them down.

Answer 2

Answer: The most significant effect of the microorganisms on earth is their ability to recycle the primary elements that make up all living systems, especially carbon (C), oxygen (O) and nitrogen (N). ... Different forms of carbon and nitrogen are needed as nutrients by different types of organisms.