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MIC 121 Role and Applications of Microorganisms Objective Question
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Question

Which microorganism is responsible for the alcoholic fermentation that produces CO2, causing dough to rise in bread making?
Options
A <i>Lactobacillus</i> spp.
B <i>Streptococcus thermophilus</i>
C <i>Saccharomyces cerevisiae</i> (yeast)
Correct Answer
D <i>Acetobacter</i> species
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

On page 12, for 'Bread,' the microorganism listed is Saccharomyces cerevisiae (yeast) and the process is 'Alcoholic fermentation produces CO2 that raises dough.'

Hint

Think about the common leavening agent for bread.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: Role and Applications of Microorganisms
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 515 of 984
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