difference between useful microorganisms and harmful microorganisms
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Type Useful microorganisms Harmful microorganisms
Bacteria Lactobacillus (curd bacteria) Salmonella typhi (causes typhoid)
Fungi Penicillium notatum (to make antibiotics) Trichophyton rubrum (Athlete's foot)
Algae Anabaena (biological nitrogen fixation) blue-green algae and red tides (produce toxins)
Protozoa Paramecium (kills harmful bacteria) Plasmodium (malaria fever)
Virus polio, chicken pox (to make vaccines) HIV (causes AIDS)
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Microorganisms provide numerous benefits, such as maintaining ecological balance, yet they can also be destructive and cause terrible diseases.
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- Microorganisms are microscopic organisms that are invisible to the naked eye due to their small size. Bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa, and viruses are among the numerous groups.
- Many of these organisms are beneficial to humans and the environment, while others are detrimental and can even cause sickness.
The following are some of the differences between beneficial and dangerous microorganisms:
Microorganisms that are beneficial
- Microorganisms are helpful in removing nitrogen from the atmosphere.
- Bacteria that are beneficial to us keep us healthy by devouring dead skin cells and protecting us from disease-causing microorganisms.
- Digestion is also aided by this beneficial bacterium.
- Increase our body's immunity power.
Microorganisms that are toxic
- Harmful microorganisms (viruses, bacteria) make us sick because they create poisons that hurt our bodies.
- Plant illnesses can also be caused by harmful microorganisms.
- Viruses and bacteria are examples of pathogens.
- Cavities form in your mouth as a result of them.
- Causes a dangerous infection that can lead to sickness and health issues.
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