Prepare a list of some useful and harmful microorganisms which you know other than the text
book examples. Give a brief account of them.
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Useful Microorganisms
These form a significant part of the ecosystem and participate in the production of minerals and gases like oxygen, carbon dioxide.
They also feed on the dead and decaying matter by converting the complex compounds into the simpler ones.
The bio-geochemical cycle, such as the nitrogen cycle is an important example of useful microorganisms.
Microorganisms are used in various industries for the production of various metabolites such as ethanol, riboflavin, lactic acid, and butanol
Harmful Microorganisms
There are a number of microorganisms that are responsible for food spoilage, diseases and infections. Such microorganisms are known as harmful microorganisms.
Bacteria are the most dangerous of all microorganisms and are responsible for several infectious diseases such as tuberculosis, cholera, diptheria, etc. Viruses are also responsible for certain fatal diseases such as AIDS, influenza, etc. Fungi are also harmful and can lead to certain skin infections and allergies.
Thus, we know that microorganisms can be useful as well as harmful.
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Useful Microorganism
These form a significant part of the ecosystem and participate in the production of minerals and gases like oxygen, carbon dioxide.
They also feed on the dead and decaying matter by converting the complex compounds into the simpler ones.
Harmful Microorganisms
There are a number of microorganisms that are responsible for food spoilage, diseases and infections. Such microorganisms are known as harmful microorganisms.
Bacteria are the most dangerous of all microorganisms and are responsible for several infectious diseases such as tuberculosis, cholera, diptheria, etc.
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