During the production of tea, the flavouring of leaves is done with the help of

Bacillus subtilis

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Acetobacter aceti

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Bacillus megaterium

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Acetobacter orleanensis

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Solution

The correct option is C Bacillus megaterium
The preparation and flavouring of leaves of tea and tobacco is due to the activities of Bacillus megaterium. The leaves of tea and tobacco are fermented using B. megaterium. The process is called curing. Apart from B. megaterium, Micrococcus candidans is also used as flavouring and curing agent in tobacco leaves.
Thus, the correct answer is ''Bacillus megaterium.'

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