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MIC 121 Role and Applications of Microorganisms Objective Question

Question

Clostridium is mentioned as a key microorganism for producing which industrial chemical, alongside ethanol?
Options
A Citric acid
B Acetone-butanol
Correct Answer
C Lactic acid
D Biogas
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 13, under 'Alcohols & Solvents', specifies: 'Ethanol (Saccharomyces) and acetone-butanol (Clostridium) for fuel and industry.'

Hint

This microorganism is known for a specific fermentation pathway producing these solvents.

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