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Answer» Microorganisms in food
Microorganisms are used in the production of FERMENTED food and beverages. E.g. YEAST, Penicillium, Lactobacillus.
Microorganisms in Medicine
They also have immense potential in the field of medicine. They are used industrially for the production of antibiotics, VACCINES. Insuline, growth hormones and diagnostic kits. E.g. E. coli, Polio virus.
Microorganisms in Environment
Ability of microorganisms to DEGRADE toxic materials like oil, petroleum, plastic, etc has opened a new field of research. E.g. Pseudomonas, Alcanivorax.
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