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Lipases used in laundry are obtained from

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Geotrichum candidum
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Byssochlamys fulva
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Fusarium graminerum
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Geotrichum candidum
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Solution

The correct option is D Geotrichum candidum
Lipases are used in detergent formulations and are helpful in removing oily stains from the laundry.
Lipases are enzymes produced from innumerous microorganisms, plants and animal cells. The Geotrichum fungi are good producers of lipases with high hydrolytic activity and specificity for unsaturated fatty acids.
Monascus purpureus – Statins
Byssochlamys fulva – Pectinases
Fusarium graminerum – Single Cell Protein (SCP)

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