Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)
Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)
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Author: John W. Foster, Joan L. Slonczewski
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Chapter 16.1, Problem 5RQ
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1. The comparison and contrast between alkaline fermentation and acidic fermentation.

2. The production of different kinds of foods from these fermentation processes.

Introduction:

The process in which molecules like glucose are broken down into smaller molecules in the absence of oxygen is termed as fermentation. Various food products and beverages are obtained through the process of fermentation. Fermentation can be classified into three categories based on the product formed, lactic acid fermentation, alcoholic fermentation, and acetic acid fermentation.

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