Practice mode Food Technology

Several yeasts can carry out fermentation, but which genus contains the best-known species?

Correct answer A. Saccharomyces

Explanation

Saccharomyces, especially Saccharomyces cerevisiae, is the yeast used for brewing, winemaking and baking; Streptococcus, Lactobacillus and Leuconostoc are bacteria, not yeasts.

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