Synthesis of vitamins
Bacteria such as E coli present in human colon was involved in the synthesis of vitamins such as vitamin B12 folic acid biotin and potassium which can be used by the host This bacterium is often used for commercial preparations of vitamins such as riboflavin
The use of bacteria in milk and food industry
Bacteria particularly Lactobacillus lactic acid production is mainly used in
food preparation which involves the process of fermentation such as yogurt cheese bread fermented soy sauce pickles ketchup etc
The use of microbiology in agriculture and animal husbandry
Symbiotically biologically related bacteria able to convert atmospheric nitrogen into ammonia which contributes to enrich the soil and encourage the optimal growth of plants This bacterium is useful in agriculture and livestock and increase crop yields without using chemical fertilizers This bacterium is also important for the production of compost rotting organic material and serves as a rich source of nutrients for plants
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