In the 20th Century, Scientists Harnessed the Natural Metabolic Reactions

question 44

Multiple Choice

In the 20th century, scientists harnessed the natural metabolic reactions of bacteria to make ________ for the first time in an industrial setting.

• A) soy sauce
• B) acetone
• C) wine
• D) cheese
• E) alcohol

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Definitions:

Ethanol

A renewable fuel made from various plant materials, which can be used as an alternative to gasoline.

Market Price

The current price at which an asset or service can be bought or sold in a marketplace.

Profit

The financial gain realized when the amount earned from a business activity exceeds the expenses, costs, and taxes needed to sustain the activity.

Bushels

A measure of volume commonly used in agriculture, especially in the United States, for quantifying crops like grains, fruits, and vegetables.