Botany-Microbes in Household Products
NEET Botany Microbes in Household Products MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 12
Consider a diagram showing yeast cells in a fermentation process for producing alcoholic beverages. Which of the following is the primary product of yeast fermentation of malted cereals?
A
Ethanol
B
Citric acid
C
Lactic acid
D
Methanol
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Yeast, specifically Saccharomyces cerevisiae, ferments malted cereals to produce ethanol, which is the primary product in the production of beverages like wine, beer, whisky, brandy, and rum.
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