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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