Consider the following four statements (I-IV) and select the option which includes all the correct ones only.
Consider the following four statements (I-IV) and select the option which includes all the correct ones only.
I. Single cell Spirulino can produce large quantities of food rich in protein, minerals, vitamins, etc.
II. Body weight-wise the microorganism Methylophilus methylotrophus may be able to produce several times more proteins than the cows per day.
III. Common button mushrooms are a very rich source of vitamin-C.
IV. A rice variety has been developed which is very rich in calcium
(a) Statements III and IV
(b) Statements I, III and IV
(c) Statements II, III and IV
(d) Statements I and II
2 Answers
Correct Option (d) Statements I and II
Explanation:
Out of the given statements (I) and (II) are correct as single cell Spirulina can produce large quantities of food rich in protein, minerals, vitamins, etc. And body weight-wise the microorganism Methylophilus methy lotrophus may be able to produce several times more proteins than cows per day.
Correct option: (d) Statements (i) and (ii)
Explanation:
Spirulina is SCP rich in protein, vitamins & minerals. 250 gram biomass of Methyl ophilus methyl otrophus produces 25 tonne protein/day while cow of 250 kg. produces only 200 gm. protein/day.
Common button mushrooms are a very rich source of vitamin D. A rice variety has been developed which is very rich in iron content.