Why are proteins synthesised from Spirulina called single cell proteins?
- ABecause it is a multicellular organism.
- BBecause it is a single-celled organism that produces large quantities of protein-rich biomass.
- CBecause it is a synthetic protein source.
- DBecause it is derived from animal cells.
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$I.$ The unicellular $Spirulina$ can produce large quantities of food rich in protein,minerals,and vitamins.
$II.$ Based on body weight,the microorganism $Methylophilus$ $methylotrophus$ can produce much more protein in a day than a cow.
$III.$ Common button mushrooms are a rich source of Vitamin-$C$.
$IV.$ $A$ variety of rice has been developed that is rich in calcium.
$I.$ The unicellular $Spirulina$ can produce large quantities of food rich in protein,minerals,and vitamins.
$II.$ Based on body weight,the microorganism $Methylophilus$ $methylotrophus$ can produce much more protein in a day than a cow.
$III.$ Common button mushrooms are a rich source of Vitamin-$C$.
$IV.$ $A$ variety of rice has been developed that is rich in calcium.
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