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First single cell protein made for human consumption is
First single cell protein made for human consumption is
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The correct option is B Spirulina
Single-cell protein (SCP) refers to edible unicellular microorganisms. The biomass or protein extract from pure or mixed cultures of algae, yeasts, fungi or bacteria may be used as an ingredient or a substitute for protein-rich foods, and is suitable for human consumption or as animal feeds.The algae Spirulina has been considered for use as a supplementary protein. It is a blue green algae having strong antioxidant activity and provokes a free radical scavenging enzyme system.
Single-cell protein (SCP) refers to edible unicellular microorganisms. The biomass or protein extract from pure or mixed cultures of algae, yeasts, fungi or bacteria may be used as an ingredient or a substitute for protein-rich foods, and is suitable for human consumption or as animal feeds.
The algae Spirulina has been considered for use as a supplementary protein. It is a blue green algae having strong antioxidant activity and provokes a free radical scavenging enzyme system.
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