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Which of the following is a by-product after starch extraction from maize?

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Which of the following is a by-product after starch extraction from maize?

(a) Blackstrap molasses

(b) Hydrol molasses

(c) Corn steep liquor

(d) Beet molasses

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Right answer is (c) Corn steep liquor

The explanation: Corn steep liquor is a by-product after starch extraction from maize. It is also useful in alcohol production. It was used in the production of penicillin while culturing Penicillium.

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