NEET Botany Microbes in Household Products MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about the use of microbes in household products is correct?
Saccharomyces cerevisiae is used exclusively for the production of distilled alcoholic beverages.
Different types of alcoholic drinks are produced based on the raw materials and whether distillation is used.
Microbes are only utilized for fermentation in the production of bread and not for any beverages.
Fermented beverages are produced without the involvement of yeast in any form.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Microbes, particularly yeasts like Saccharomyces cerevisiae, are used for fermenting various raw materials to produce different types of alcoholic beverages, with distillation playing a role in producing spirits like whisky and rum, while wine and beer do not undergo distillation.
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