Question

Can bacterial biofilms be problematic in certain settings?

Answer 1

Yes it is a major problem in the food industry due to ability to form on plants and industrial processes. As it forms a layer on setting, they obstruct the heat flow and increase surface corrosion and frictional resistance of fluid. This leads to the loss of energy and in the long run major loss in the products.

Another example is on consumables because bacteria forms biofilm on the consumable items and this make items more resistant to disinfectants. When people consume it, they will get the infection.