Introduction to Microbiology and Microbes in Household Production

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Introduction to Microbiology and Microbes in Household Production: Overview

This topic covers concepts, such as, Microbes in Human Welfare,Microbes in Household Products etc.

Important Questions on Introduction to Microbiology and Microbes in Household Production

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Given below is the step-by-step process in the formation of yoghurt (curd) in a bioreactor.  

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From the flowchart, identify two systems that the bioreactor would have. Give a reason to support your answer. 

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Given below is the step-by-step process in the formation of yoghurt (curd) in a bioreactor.  

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Why does the pH start decreasing a while after the mixture is incubated at 37-44 °C? 

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Which of these processes does not give off CO2?

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This is chiefly produced by the activity of an anaerobic bacteria on sewage

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Fruit keep better in refrigeration, this is due to

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Which of the following is white button mushroom?

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Microbes not used in household products are
I. Trichoderma polysporum
II. Rhizobium
III. Clostridium butylicum
IV. Propionibacterium sharmanii

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Conversion of milk to curd improves its nutrition value by increasing the amount of vitamin B12.

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Which microbes are involved in food preparation?

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The puffed-up appearance of dough in a bakery is due to:

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Which of the following correctly describes probiotics?

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Conversion of milk to curd improves its nutritional value by increasing the amount of