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MIC 121 Role and Applications of Microorganisms Objective Question

Question

Which microorganisms are listed for their role in producing amylase, an enzyme used for starch hydrolysis in baking and brewing?
Options
A Aspergillus niger and Kluyveromyces lactis
B Bacillus subtilis and Bacillus licheniformis
Correct Answer
C Trichoderma reesei and Aspergillus niger
D Candida antarctica and Rhizopus oryzae
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The 'Industrial Enzymes' table on page 15, in the row for 'Amylase (α-amylase)', lists 'Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus licheniformis, Aspergillus oryzae'. Option B includes two of these.

Hint

Refer to the specific 'Amylase' row in the detailed enzyme table.

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