'X' ferments molasses and starch to produce gum, which imparts thickness to the ice-cream. Identify 'X'.

Brevibacterium

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Aspergillus niger

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Xanthomonas

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Lactobacillus delbrueckii

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Solution

The correct option is C Xanthomonas
Xanthomonas, the bacterial species feed on molasses and starch releasing acids. These organic acids are used in different commercial products. One of it being Xanthan gum, a binder responsible for giving texture to various products like ice-creams, puddings etc.

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