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MIC 121 Role and Applications of Microorganisms Objective Question
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In the industrial application of 'Organic Acids,' which microorganism is cited for producing Citric acid, used in food, plastics, and pharma?
Options
A <i>Saccharomyces</i>
B <i>Clostridium</i>
C <i>Aspergillus niger</i>
Correct Answer
D <i>Lactobacillus</i>
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 13, under 'Organic Acids,' lists 'Citric acid (Aspergillus niger), lactic acid, acetic acid – used in food, plastics & pharma.'

Hint

This is a common fungus known for producing this particular acid.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: Role and Applications of Microorganisms
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 517 of 984
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