Practice mode Food Technology

Which bacteria are most often used in the dairy industry to convert milk sugar into lactic acid?

Correct answer D. Both A & B

Explanation

Lactic acid bacteria such as Streptococcus (now Lactococcus) and Lactobacillus ferment lactose into lactic acid, souring milk for yoghurt, cheese and cultured products.

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