Question

Which of following condition is suitable while producing ethanol by fermentation?

• A. Using anaerobic conditions till 14% alcohol is formed
• B. Using anaerobic conditions
• C. Using steam at ${30}^{\circ }C$
• D. Using steam at ${450}^{\circ }C$

Answer 1

The correct option is A Using anaerobic conditions till 14% alcohol is formed

Ethanol is produced by fermentation of sugar by using yeast.
Zymase is used in anaerobic conditions till 14% alcohol is formed. Hence, the correct answer is option (a).