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Write a short paragraph on the harms caused by microorganisms?

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  • Microorganisms can be friend as well as foe. Bad microorganisms or harmful microorganisms cause illness and spoils food, leather, clothing, etc.
  • Cholera, Jaundice, Ring worm etc are some of the diseases caused by micro-organisms.
  • Microorganisms that cause illness are called pathogens. Some microbes in food can produce toxins and if such food is ingested, it can cause food poisoning. Example -Botulism.

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