Botany-Microbes in Household Products
NEET Botany Microbes in Household Products MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 12
Which yeast is commonly used for the fermentation of beverages like wine and beer?
A
Saccharomyces cerevisiae
B
Candida albicans
C
Aspergillus niger
D
Rhizopus stolonifer
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae is specifically mentioned as the common yeast used for fermenting malted cereals and fruit juices to produce ethanol, which is essential for making beverages like wine and beer.
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