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MIC 121 Role and Applications of Microorganisms Objective Question
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What is the primary role of Saccharomyces cerevisiae (yeast) in bread production?
Options
A Lactic acid fermentation
B Producing CO2 that raises dough
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C Ripening curdled milk
D Oxidizing ethanol to acetic acid
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The table 'Microorganisms in Food' on page 12 states that for Bread, 'Saccharomyces cerevisiae (yeast)' performs 'Alcoholic fermentation [which] produces CO2 that raises dough'.

Hint

Think about what makes bread dough expand before baking.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: Role and Applications of Microorganisms
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 526 of 984
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