Botany-Microbes in Household Products

NEET Botany Microbes in Household Products MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 12

Which yeast is commonly used for the fermentation of malted cereals and fruit juices to produce alcoholic beverages?

A

Saccharomyces cerevisiae

B

Candida albicans

C

Aspergillus niger

D

Lactobacillus acidophilus

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Saccharomyces cerevisiae, commonly known as brewer's yeast, is specifically mentioned as being used for fermenting malted cereals and fruit juices to produce ethanol.

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