- A A process that typically yields ethanol as its most well-known end product according to standard textbooks
- B Microbial or enzymatic conversion of organic compounds (can produce medicines, food, etc.)
- C A process largely restricted to large-scale food and dairy manufacturing in general practice
- D A process used mainly for producing wine, beer, and other alcoholic beverages as frequently described
Correct answer: B. Microbial or enzymatic conversion of organic compounds (can produce medicines, food, etc.)
Explanation: Fermentation in biotechnology: microorganisms or their enzymes convert substrates to products. Used to make antibiotics, enzymes, vitamins, alcohol, and more.
Concept context
Recombinant DNA, GMOs, PCR, CRISPR, and biotechnology applications. Growing importance in NEET.
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