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Consider the following four statements (a–d) and select the correct ones:(a) Single cell Spirulina can produce large quantities of food rich in protein.(b) Methylophilus methylotrophus may produce several times more proteins than cows per day.(c) Common button mushrooms are a very rich source of vitamin C.(d) A rice variety has been developed which is very rich in calcium.

  1. A
    Statements (a), (b)
  2. B
    Statements (c), (d)
  3. C
    Statements (a), (c) and (d)
  4. D
    Statements (b), (c) and (d)

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* (a) Correct: Spirulina is a high-protein Single Cell Protein (SCP).(b) Correct: Due to high growth rate, this microbe produces massive amounts of protein.(c) Incorrect: Mushrooms are rich in B vitamins and minerals, not specifically a "very rich source" of Vitamin C.(d) Incorrect: Golden rice is rich in Vitamin A (Beta-carotene), not Calcium.

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Consider the following four statements (a–d) and select the correct ones:(a) Single cell Spirulina can produce large quantities of food rich in protein.(b) Methylophilus methylotrophus may produce several times more proteins than cows per day.(c) Common button mushrooms are a very rich source of vitamin C.(d) A rice variety has been developed which is very rich in calcium.
A
Statements (a), (b)
B
Statements (c), (d)
C
Statements (a), (c) and (d)
D
Statements (b), (c) and (d)

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