Molds are important in nature and human life.

The main purpose of molds in nature is their participation in soil formation due to the destruction of organic matter. Under the influence of mold, organic matter is mineralized.

For humanity, mold also plays a huge role. It is on the basis of molds that all antibiotics are created that allow you to fight pathogenic bacteria. Mold is also used in the food industry. There are a number of specialty cheeses that are made with mold.