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Which microorganism is used in the wine industry to produce ethanol from glucose. What type of conditions are required for the process?

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Saccharomyces cerevisiae; Process: Anaerobic conditions
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Penicillium notatum; Process: Aerobic conditions
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Saccharomyces cerevisiae; Process: Aerobic conditions
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Penicillium notatum; Process: Anaerobic condition
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The correct option is A Saccharomyces cerevisiae; Process: Anaerobic conditions
In the wine industry, Baker’s yeast or Saccharomyces cerevisiae is used for the production of alcohol. It releases carbon dioxide as a gas from sugar.

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