Q22 / 199 · NEET 2008 (Mains) · Botany

Modern detergents contain enzyme preparations of

A
Thermophiles
Correct answer
B
Acidophiles
C
Alkaliphiles
D
Thermoacidophiles

Solution

Enzymes used in detergents are proteases and lipases, which are obtained from fungi. Fungi grows properly in acidic medium.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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