Which of the following bacteria grow on isopropyl alcohol and convert into acetone?
A
Fermentative bacteria
B
Chemosynthetic bacteria
C
Photosynthetic purple non-sulphur bacteria
D
Nitrifying bacteria
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Correct option is C)
Purple non-sulphur photosynthetic bacteria contain bacteriochlorophyll to carry out photosynthesis along with purple pigment. They are able to use H2 and other simple organic compounds such alcohols and organic acids as e-donors. One such compound is isopropyl alcohol. Hence, answer C is correct.