Yeast and Its Applications CDS Questions

Yeast and Its Applications MCQ Questions

13.
In alcoholic fermentation, yeast converts glucose into?
A.
Acetic acid and water
B.
Water and oxygen
C.
Lactic acid and ethanol
D.
Ethanol and carbon dioxide
ANSWER :
D. Ethanol and carbon dioxide
14.
Which process involves yeast to make bread rise?
A.
Anaerobic respiration
B.
Aerobic respiration
C.
Photosynthesis
D.
Nitrification
ANSWER :
A. Anaerobic respiration
15.
What gas is responsible for the puffed-up appearance of bread dough?
A.
Oxygen
B.
Methane
C.
Carbon dioxide
D.
Hydrogen
ANSWER :
C. Carbon dioxide
16.
______ is a common type of yeast used in baking.
A.
Saccharomyces cerevisiae
B.
Candida albicans
C.
Baker's yeast
D.
Aspergillus niger
ANSWER :
A. Saccharomyces cerevisiae
17.
Which compound produced by yeast is essential for beer flavor?
A.
Lactic acid
B.
Esters
C.
Acetic acid
D.
Hydrogen sulfide
ANSWER :
B. Esters
18.
Which industry relies heavily on yeast for its operations?
A.
Textile
B.
Beverage
C.
Metal
D.
Electronics
ANSWER :
B. Beverage