Question
Biology Question on Microbes in human welfare
Monascus purpureus is yeast used commercially in production of
A
Ethanol
B
Citric acid
C
Streptokinase for removing clots in blood vessels
D
Blood cholesterol lowering statins
Answer
Blood cholesterol lowering statins
Explanation
Solution
Statins are produced by the yeast Monascus purpureus which have been commercialized as blood- cholesterol lowering agents. It acts by competitively inhibiting the enzyme responsible for synthesis of cholesterol.