Question

"Large scale cultivation of Spirulina is highly advantageous for human population." Explain giving two reasons. [2]

Answer 1

Large scale cultivation of Spirulina is highly advantageous for human population because: [1 + 1]

(i) Microbes like Spirulina can be grown easily on materials like waste water, molasses, animal manure, etc. to produce large quantities.

(ii) It also reduces environmental pollution.

(iii) High source of proteins , fats, carbohydrates and vitamins. Good source of diet for undernourshed or malnourished peopleor animals. (any two can be written)