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Anaerobic degradation of proteins by microbes is known as
  1. Putrefaction
  2. Degradation
  3. Decomposition
  4. None of the above

A
Degradation
B
None of the above
C
Putrefaction
D
Decomposition
Solution
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The correct option is A Putrefaction
Putrefaction refers to anaerobic decomposition of organic waste, particularly proteins that lead to formation of foul smelling incompletely oxidized products. This makes option A correct. Options B and C are incorrect as degradation and decomposition of proteins into simpler peptides and amino acids can take place aerobically or anaerobically. Correct answer is A.

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