Anaerobic degradation of proteins by microbes is known as

Putrefaction

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Degradation

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Decomposition

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is A Putrefaction
Putrefaction refers to anaerobic decomposition of organic waste, particularly proteins that lead to formation of foul smelling incompletely oxidized products. This makes option A correct. Options B and C are incorrect as degradation and decomposition of proteins into simpler peptides and amino acids can take place aerobically or anaerobically. Correct answer is A.

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