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UPSC 1998: Which one of the following types of micro-organisms is most widely used in industries?
(a)Bacteria
(b)Bacteria and fungi
(c)Bacteria and algae
(d)Bacteria, micro-algae and fungi
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Not attemptedCorrect Answer: (d) Bacteria, micro-algae and fungi
Industrial biotechnology employs a broad spectrum of microbes: bacteria (e.g., Lactobacillus for fermentation), fungi (e.g., Penicillium for antibiotics) and micro-algae (e.g., Spirulina for food and biofuels). Hence the most accurate, comprehensive choice is “bacteria, micro-algae and fungi”. ([edurev.in](https://edurev.in/t/203389/Biology-Solved-Questions--2020-1995--4?utm_source=openai))
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The correct answer is option (d): Bacteria, micro-algae and fungi. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.
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This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 1998, GS Paper 1, as Question 116. It falls under Science & Technology > Biotechnology & Genetics.
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