Question

【FOOD FERMENTATION】

*detailed, long answers are encouraged*

(1a) Identify the microorganism(s) responsible for the fermentation cheddar cheese.

(1b) Effect given by the microorganism after fermentation in cheddar cheese.

(2) Growth of microorganism(s) in the fermented food throughout the fermentation period of cheddar cheese.

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Answer 1

(1a) Identify the microorganism responsible for the fermentation cheddar cheese.

Answer

cremoris and Streptococcus salivarius ssp are common lactic acid bacteria that are used for the fermentation cheddar cheese.

(1b) Effect given by the microorganism after fermentation in cheddar cheese.

Answer

Fermentation process of cheese involves a lactic acid microorganism. Fermentation of these bacreia helps in the flavor, smell, and texture of cheese. Microbes through the production of digestive enzymes and small molecules, they contribute to the distinct character of a cheese.

(2)Growth of microorganism in the fermented food throughout the fermentation period of cheddar cheese.

Answer

Non-starter lactic acid bacteria grow during ripening .

heterofermentative bacteria such as-

Lactobacillus brevis and Lactobacillus fermentum produces gas in Cheddar cheese.