Question

Describe the role of certain fungi in industrial production.

Answer 1

The role of fungi in industrial production is

1.Preparation of fermented foods and bakery products.

2.Preparation of alcoholic beverages from Yeast

3.Preparation of organic acids, like citric acid from Aspergillus

4.Production of enzymes from Monascus purpureus

5.Production of antibiotics from Penicillium

6. Cheese making from Rhizopus