The human body has 10 microorganisms for every human cell, and these microbes contribute to digestion, produce vitamin K, promote the development of the immune system, and detoxify harmful chemicals. They are also important in agriculture for compost and fertilizer production.
Bacteria are economically important as these microorganisms are used by humans for many purposes. The beneficial uses of bacteria include the production of traditional foods such as fudge, yogurt, cheese, and vinegar. Microbes are also important in agriculture for compost and fertilizer production.
