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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