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Question
A 250 kg cow produces 200 g of protein per day but 250 g of Methylophillus methylotrophus can produce 25 tonnes of protein Name this emerging area of research. Explain its benefits.
Solution
Production of single cell proteins (SCP) by microbes. Microbes are being grown on an Industrial scale. Spirulina can be easily grown on starch, molasses etc., and can make food which is rich in proteins, minerals, fats, carbohydrates and vitamins. This could be a good alternative for dealing with the problem of malnutrition.
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Assertion: Single Cell Protein is one of the alternate sources of protein for animal and human nutrition.
Reason: Microbes like Spirulina are grown on industrial scale as a good source of protein.
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