state the baneficial effects of micro organisms in our lives
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Many of these organisms are useful to human and nature while some are harmful and even cause diseases. Harmful effects of microorganisms: Bacteria: Causes various diseases such as typhoid, diarrhea, and cholera. ... Virus: Cause small fox, common cold, influenza, herpes, hepatitis, polio and rabies.
1. Microorganisms are used in the production of fermented food and beverages. E.g Yeast, Penicillium, Lactobacillus
2. Microbes are useful in production of antibiotics and vaccines. Eg- Streptomycin
3. Important acids, enzymes, pigments are produced with the help of microorganisms. Eg Aspergillus niger
4. Microorganisms have been found to be associated with higher organisms in a symbiotic relationship
5. Microorganisms are used to produce biofuels like biodiesel 6. Microorganisms play a crucial role is managing and treating domestic and industrial waste
7. Microorganisms replenish the soil