Which of the Following Is an Example of a Secondary

question 69

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a secondary metabolite?

• A) Toxin produced by species of Clostridium
• B) Alcohol produced by Saccharomyces during fermentation
• C) Lactic acid made during yogurt production.
• D) All of these are secondary metabolites.

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