Q190 / 200 · NEET 2007 · Zoology

Which one of the following pairs is wrongly matched?

  • A
    yeast - ethanol
  • B
    streptomycetes - antibiotic
  • Correct answer
    C
    coliforms - vinegar
  • D
    methanogens - 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'.

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