Botany-Microbes in Household Products
NEET Botany Microbes in Household Products MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Which of the following statements about the role of microbes in household products is correct?
A
Yeasts are used in the production of alcoholic beverages through fermentation processes.
B
Bacteria in household products are primarily responsible for the production of synthetic fertilizers.
C
Cyanobacteria are known for their role in producing fermented dairy products like curd.
D
Microbes contribute to household products by being used exclusively for cleaning purposes.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Yeasts, particularly Saccharomyces cerevisiae, are widely used for fermenting malted cereals and fruit juices to produce alcoholic beverages, as mentioned in the NCERT context regarding fermented beverages.
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