Question

Explain products made from microbes and their uses.

Answer 1

1. Microbes are used for the production of many household items like idli, bread, vinegar and dairy products like cheese, yoghurt, butter, cream, etc., that are used on a daily basis.
2. Antibiotics such as penicillin, natamycin, etc. are produced using microbial fermentation.
3. Commonly used beverages like coffee, cocoa, wine and cider are produced by microbial fermentation of organic substrates.
4. Probiotics like yoghurt, kefir, sauerkraut, miso soup, etc. are produced by microbial fermentation.
5. Microbes are also used for the production of fuels, in pollution control and sewage management.