Question

One of the limitation for SCP production from alkanes is the

• A. Formation of carcinogen
• B. Low nutrient content
• C. Cannot be given to cattle
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A Formation of carcinogen

Single cell protein is the edible unicellular microorganism or the protein rich food extracted from the microorganism for human and animal consumption. Artificially synthesized single cell protein or SCP from alkane is very harmful as it forms carcinogen that affects the health.