Question

Write a note on Single cell protein.

Answer 1

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Single cell protein refers to the dried microbial cells which can be used as a food supplement for humans or animals. These are the complete proteins extracted from the pure cell culture of algae, bacteria, filamentous fungi or yeasts which on consumption, provides the individual with the right quantity of proteins and nutrients required for its growth and survival...

Answer 2

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● Single cell protein -

• Single cell protein is the edible protein that consists of processed microorganisms grown in culture.
• It is used as source of food for livestock (cattles).

Microorganisms used as single-cell protein include -

• yeast (Candida, Saccharomyces)
• bacteria (Rhodobacter capsulatus)
• fungi (trichoderma, fusarium)
• algae (chlorella, spirulina)

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