Beneficial Microorganisms

Microorganisms, or microbes, are tiny living organisms that can only be seen with a microscope. They include bacteria, fungi, and viruses.

Microorganisms can be found everywhere around us, including in the air, water, soil, and inside living organisms like plants and animals.

True

False. Bacteria are single-celled organisms.

Microbe.

Bacteria can be used to make certain foods, such as yogurt and cheese.

Beneficial bacteria help with processes like digestion and food production, while harmful bacteria can cause diseases.

Microorganisms can reproduce quickly through processes like binary fission, where one cell divides into two.

Fungi help decompose organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the soil.

Yes, viruses are considered microorganisms, but they are different from bacteria and fungi because they need a host to reproduce.