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An enzyme produced commercially from Saccharomyces cerevisiae is :

A

Lactase

B

Invertase

C

Amylase

D

Maltase

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Organism**: The question asks about an enzyme produced commercially from *Saccharomyces cerevisiae*, which is a species of yeast. 2. **Understand the Role of Yeast**: *Saccharomyces cerevisiae* is primarily known for its role in fermentation processes. Yeast is a unicellular fungus that ferments sugars to produce alcohol and carbon dioxide. 3. **Identify the Enzymes Produced**: The two main enzymes produced by *Saccharomyces cerevisiae* during fermentation are: - **Invertase**: This enzyme breaks down sucrose into glucose and fructose. - **Zymase**: This enzyme further breaks down glucose and fructose into ethanol and carbon dioxide. 4. **Determine the Correct Enzyme**: Among the options provided in the question, we need to identify which enzyme is produced commercially from *Saccharomyces cerevisiae*. - Invertase is involved in the breakdown of sucrose. - Zymase is responsible for converting sugars into ethanol and carbon dioxide. 5. **Eliminate Incorrect Options**: - Lactase is not produced by yeast; it breaks down lactose found in milk. - Amylase is involved in breaking down starch, not directly related to *Saccharomyces cerevisiae* fermentation. - Maltase breaks down maltose but is not primarily associated with the fermentation process of yeast. 6. **Conclusion**: The enzyme produced commercially from *Saccharomyces cerevisiae* is **Invertase**. **Final Answer**: Invertase ---
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  • An enzyme roduced commercially from Saccharoyces cerevisiae is

    A
    lactase
    B
    invertase
    C
    protease
    D
    lipase
  • Saccharomyces cervesiae is

    A
    Akaryote
    B
    Procaryote
    C
    Mesocaryote
    D
    Eukaryote
  • Saccharomyces cerevisiae is used in

    A
    antibiotic production
    B
    brewing
    C
    baking
    D
    Both (b) and (c )
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