Question

What is SCP? Write about advantages of SCP?

Answer 1

Single cell protein:

1. These are edible unicellular microorganisms.
2. It is a protein obtained from single cell organisms used as a food supplement.
3. Suitable for human consumption or for animal feeds.
4. Single cell protein is obtained from dried cells of microbes such as bacteria, yeast, algae and fungi.
5. It provides instant energy.
6. Serves as a good source of amino acids, minerals, vitamins, crude fibers etc.

Advantages:

1. Since it has high rate of multiplication, large biomass can be produced.
2. It helps reduce pollutants.
3. It is not affected by weather conditions.

Example:

1. Bacteria: Methylophilus, Methylotrophus.
2. Cyanobacteria : Spirulina
3. Yeasts: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
4. Algae: Chlorella