The ability of specific microorganisms to produce specialized enzymes and proteins has been exploited for many purposes in industry.
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[1] https://hootsgo.org/?q=node/6363
[2] https://www.boundless.com/microbiology/textbooks/boundless-microbiology-textbook/industrial-microbiology-17/industrial-microbiology-198/industrial-microorganisms-997-5801/