Question
Biology Question on Microbes in human welfare
Which of the following is used to manufacture ethanol from starch:
A
Penicilline
B
Saccharomyces
C
Azotobacter
D
Lactobacillus
Answer
Saccharomyces
Explanation
Solution
Saccharomyces is used to manufacture ethanol from starch. Saccharomyces cerevisiae is a type of yeast commonly used in the fermentation process to convert sugars (including starch-derived sugars) into ethanol during the production of alcoholic beverages and biofuels.
So, the correct option is (B): Saccharomyces