Microorganisms: Friend and Foe

Types of micro-organisms and their beneficial uses in food, medicine and agriculture, alongside their harmful effects as pathogens, food spoilage agents and their control through preservation.

11 min readWeightage: CBSE Class 8 Science30-question chapter test included

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