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Which of the following microbes is used for the commercial production of citric acid?
- A.Aspergillus niger
- B.Acetobacter aceti
- C.Clostridium butylicum
- D.Lactobacillus
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Correct answer: A — Aspergillus niger
Solution
- Citric acid is a common organic acid produced via microbial fermentation.
- Aspergillus niger is a filamentous fungus known for high yields of citric acid.
- Other options like Acetobacter aceti produce acetic acid and Clostridium butylicum produces butyric acid.
- Hence the answer is (A).
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