AIPMT PRELIMS2012Botany-Microbes in Human Welfare

AIPMT PRELIMS 2012 Botany Microbes in Industrial Products MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Monascus purpureus is a yeast used commercially in the production of

A

Blood cholesterol lowering statins

B

Ethanol

C

Streptokinase for removing clots from the blood vessels

D

Citric acid

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Monascus purpureus is known for producing statins, which are used to lower cholesterol levels.

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