Question

Microbes can also be used as a source of energy. Substantiate with suitable examples.

Answer 1

Single cell protein is a protein obtained from pure or mixed cultures of algae, bacteria etc. that have 30-70% of protein content in their dry mass. It is used as a food supplement by humans as well as animals. Materials such as gas oil, methane, methanol and n-alkanes are of interest used in SCP production. These are a rich source of proteins and energy.