Q190 / 200 · NEET 2007 · Zoology
Which one of the following pairs is wrongly matched?
- Ayeast - ethanol
- Bstreptomycetes - antibiotic
- Correct answerCcoliforms - vinegar
- Dmethanogens - gobar gas.
Solution
Coliforms are a broad class of bacteria found in our environment, including the faeces of man and other warmblooded animals. The presence of coliform bacteria in drinking water may indicate a possible presence of harmful, disease-causing organisms. Thus, they are a commonly used indicator of sanitary quality of foods and water.
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.