Microbes and humans

Author: Postgate
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: Microorganisms are everywhere. They are usually invisible to the naked eye but are abundant in the air we breathe, in the soil, in water, on our skin and hair, in our mouths and intestines, and both inside and outside the food we eat. They make the soil fertile and keep the environment clean. They change (usually improve) our food. Some of them protect us from harmful microorganisms. However, most people are almost unaware of their existence unless they fall ill. Microorganisms called "bacteria" are considered dirty and undesirable because a few of them cause diseases and some spoil food. However, overall, microorganisms present us with a fascinating microscopic world. Together, these microorganisms can accomplish all the processes of life on Earth and have a profound impact on our lives and the surrounding environment. This revised edition describes the special influence of the microbial society on our daily lives in an easy-to-understand way... Microorganisms are everywhere. They are usually invisible to the naked eye but are abundant in the air we breathe, in the soil, in water, on our skin and hair, etc.