Question

What is the composition of carbohydrates in yeast?

(a) 55 %

(b) 38 %

(c) 32 %

(d) 45 %

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Answer 1

Correct choice is (b) 38 %

To elaborate: The composition of carbohydrates in yeast is about 38%. The carbon components of yeast, bacteria, and fungi are almost similar but their nitrogen concentration varies largely. This is the way in which different organisms grow.