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MIC 121 Role and Applications of Microorganisms Objective Question

Question

What is a major industrial use of Amylase enzymes, produced by microorganisms like Bacillus subtilis and Aspergillus oryzae?
Options
A Meat tenderizing
B Stain removal in detergents
C Starch hydrolysis in baking and brewing
Correct Answer
D Textile fiber processing
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The 'Industrial Enzymes' table on page 15 lists 'Starch hydrolysis in baking, brewing, textile desizing, detergents, production of glucose/fructose syrups' as a use for Amylase.

Hint

Amylase breaks down complex carbohydrates.

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