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Which of the following bacteria is used in the production of vinegar commercially?

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Escherichia coli
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Acetobacter aceti
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Beggiatoa
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Xanthomonas citri
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Solution

The correct option is A Acetobacter aceti
Acetobacter is a genus of acetic acid bacteria characterized by the ability to convert ethanol to acetic acid in the presence of oxygen. Acetobacter is of particular importance commercially, because some species are used in the production of vinegar. They are Gram-negative, aerobic, rod-shaped bacteria.

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