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Microorganisms generate _____ and heat during fermentation.

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oxygen
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sulphur dioxide
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carbon dioxide
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nitrogen
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Solution

The correct option is C carbon dioxide
The process of conversion of one type of carbon compound to another by microorganisms is called fermentation. During fermentation, carbon dioxide and heat is generated. Fermentation is used for making curd, alcohol, acetic acid etc.

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