Which of the following yeasts is used in the preparation of beer and wine?
A
Saccharomyces ludwigii
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B
Saccharomyces cerevisiae
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C
Schizosaccharomyces
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D
Ashbya gossypii
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Solution
The correct option is BSaccharomyces cerevisiae Saccharomyces cerevisiae (common yeast) is a species of yeast. It is the most useful yeast, linked to wine making, baking and brewing. It is also called as baker's yeast or brewer's yeast.