Question

The organism used in paper industry is

• A. Pseudomonas putida
• B. Raoultella planticola
  
• C. E. coli
• D. Phanerochaete chrysosporium

Answer 1

The correct option is D Phanerochaete chrysosporium

Phanerochaete chrysosporium has lignin-degrading enzymes and is the first wood-decay basidiomycete to have its genome sequenced. It is also called as the white rot fungus because of its specialized ability to degrade the lignin while leaving the white cellulose untouched. Its ability to leave pure white cellulose which is important in the industry of paper. Thus, the correct answer is option D.