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Question
Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a beneficial application of microorganisms for human welfare or the environment in the 'Uses of Microorganisms' section?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The text lists 'processing and preservation of food, production of biomolecules, manufacture of pharmaceutical products, cosmetics industries, recycling the nutrients in the soil' as beneficial uses. Direct atmospheric oxygen generation is not listed.
Hint
Carefully review the bullet points under 'USES OF MICROORGANISMS' for what is included and excluded.