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Classification of Enzymes

SCP can be ob...

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SCP can be obtained from

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Spirulina

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Escherichia

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Volvox

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Nostoc

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Solution

The correct option is A Spirulina
Spirulina is a rich source of single cell proteins or SCP. They can be grown extensively in large quantities in growth medium made of cheap raw materials and are hence economic too. They are also rich sources of vitamins, minerals and carbohydrates.

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Q. Which of the following statement is/are not correct for single cell protein (SCP)?
(i) The biomass is obtained from unicellular microorganisms only
(ii) It provides a protein rich supplement
(iii) SCP can be produced by using bacteria and algae but not fungi
(iv) It helps to minimise environmental pollution
(v) SCP has to be processed before use

Q. Which of the following statement(s) is/are not correct for single cell protein (SCP)?

(i) The biomass is obtained from unicellular
microorganisms only.
(ii) It provides a protein rich supplement.
(iii) SCP can be produced by using bacteria
and algae but not fungi.
(iv) It helps to minimise environmental
pollution.
(v) SCP has to be processed before use.

Q. Oogamous type of reproduction is seen in

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(i i)

(i i i)

(i v)

Q. Assertion : Spirulina can help to reduce environmental pollution.
Reason : Spirulina can be easily grown on straw, molasses, waste water from potato processing plant, sewage, etc.

Q. Study the following statements (i - iii) and select the correct option stating true (T) and false (F).

i) SCP is regarded as an alternate source of protein for humans only.
ii) Spirulina is grown on raw materials such as waste waters from potato processing plants, straw, sewage etc.
iii) Microbes for SCP production cannot be grown on industrial scale.

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