5 - Microbes in Human Welfare
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Practice Questions
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What is fermentation?
💡 Hint: Think about how yeast is used in bread and beer.
Give one example of a biogas-producing microorganism.
💡 Hint: This microorganism helps in breaking down organic waste without oxygen.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Which microorganism is used to produce alcohol?
💡 Hint: Think about fermentation processes.
True or False: Biogas is only produced in large industrial systems.
💡 Hint: Consider household applications.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze the environmental impacts of using chemical fertilizers versus biofertilizers in agriculture.
💡 Hint: Consider the long-term consequences on ecosystems.
Design a simple biogas production system at home. What materials would you use, and how would you ensure efficient microbial activity?
💡 Hint: Think about which wastes are suitable and how to keep it airtight.
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