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MIC 121 microbiology roles in different fields. Objective Question
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Which bacteria are responsible for synthesizing polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), which are used to produce biodegradable plastics?
Options
A <i>Lactobacillus</i>
B <i>Bacillus thuringiensis</i>
C <i>Ralstonia eutropha</i>
Correct Answer
D <i>Rhizobium</i>
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 6 states: 'Bioplastics: bacteria like Ralstonia eutropha synthesize polyhydroxyalkanoates (phas), which are biodegradable plastics.'

Hint

Look for the specific bacterium associated with bioplastics.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: microbiology roles in different fields.
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 411 of 984
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