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Standard XII
Biology
Cyclosporin
Statins used ...
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Statins used for lowering blood-cholesterol level are extracted from
A
algae
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bacteria
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viruses
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D
yeast
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Solution
The correct option is
D
yeast
Statins are produced by the yeast Monascus purpureus. They have been used as blood–cholesterol lowering agents.
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