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Monascus purpureus is a yeast used commercially in the production of:

  • A
    Ethanol
  • B
    Streptokinase for removing clots from blood vessels
  • C
    Citric acid
  • D
    Statins, which lower blood cholesterol
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Microbes in Human Welfare

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Microbes in Industrial Products

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