For most folks, their knowledge of the importance of microbes is limited to just those microbes that cause sickness. However, you know better! Which of the following describes a true critical feature of microbe biology illustrating their importance? (there can be more than one answer)
a.) microbes are very small, and make up a very small portion of the Earth's biomass.
b.) they influence our neurobiology and are critical components of ruminant animal digestive systems.
c.) some produce oxygen.
d.) they are critical for the process of decay.
e.) some can fix atmospheric nitrogen which is important for plant growth.
f.) they are used in the food and beverage production industry they are important food source for aquatic life
Answer :
b. They influence our neurobiology and are critical components of ruminant animal digestive systems
d. They are critical for the process of decay
e. some can fix atmospheric nitrogen which is important for plant growth
f. They are used in the food and beverage production industry they are important food source for aquatic life
Explanation : However all of the following option are importants of microorganisms. But these options are main features of microorganisms,
They decompose organic wastes and recycle natural wastes and dead animal and plant matter, they also produce many of the nutrients that plants need to grow. Only some bacteria can fix nitrogen from air to soil and then nitrogen use by plants. In ruminant animal digestive systems, Rumen microbes ferment feed and produce volatile fatty acids, namaste which is the cow's main energy source. Rumen microbes also produce B vitamins, vitamin K and amino acids. Microbes produce many industrial chemicals such as ethanol, acetone. Produce fermented food like vinegar, cheese, bread, beer, wine etc.
For most folks, their knowledge of the importance of microbes is limited to just those microbes...