Microbes in Industrial Products
Microbes in Industrial Products: Overview
This Topic covers sub-topics such as Fermentors, Fermented Beverages, Microbes in Industrial Products, Microbial Production of Antibiotics, Microbes Used in Enzyme Production and, Microbes in the Production of Bioactive Molecules
Important Questions on Microbes in Industrial Products
Chemicals | Microbes | Role |
Cyclosporin A | Trichoderma polysporum | |
Statins | Y |
Identify the Y in the given chart and explain the roles of the given chemicals.

A patient admitted in ICU was diagnosed to have suffered from myocardial infarction. The condition of coronary artery is depicted in the image below. Name two bioactive agents and their mode of action that can improve this condition.

Which of the following bacteria is used in the production of vinegar commercially?

What is the microbial source of vitamin C?

Name the genus of the microorganism that produces erythromycin antibiotic.

Bottled fruit juices from the market are clearer than that at home. Is it because of the action of enzymes or hormones?

_____ (Wine/Rum) is one of the alcoholic drinks which is produced without the distillation process.

Microorganism used for commercial production of acetic acid is Clostridium.

The _____ are the fungi, bacteria and flagellates especially abundant in the bottom of the pond.

The excreta (dung) of cattle, commonly called gobar, is rich in_____(pyrogens/methanogens/lactogens).

Name any two antibiotics and their microbial source.

The microorganism used to produce an enzyme, pectinase is

The antibiotic chloromycetin is obtained from

Name the following.
An antibiotic developed from a fungus. (Penicillin/ streptomycin/ tetracycline)

Tetanus is a disease caused by _____. (bacteria/ virus/ protozoa)

To speed up the malting process in the brewing industry, the growth hormone used is

Cyclosporin-A an immunosuppressive drug is produced by:

Which Harappan site is known for its bead-making industry?

Who invited Mahatma Gandhi to Champaran to lead the struggle of indigo farmers?

Which port in India became crucial for cotton export during the American Civil War?
