NEET2026Botany-Microbiology

NEET 2026 Botany Fermentation MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 12

What is the reason behind production of large holes in ‘Swiss Cheese’?

A

The production of large amount of CO₂ by Propionibacterium sharmanii

B

The production of large amount of CO₂ by Clostridium butylicum

C

The production of large amount of CO₂ and H₂ by lactic acid bacteria called Lactobacillus

D

The production of large amount of CO₂ and H₂ by Trichoderma polysporum

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The large holes in Swiss cheese are due to the production of CO₂ by Propionibacterium sharmanii during fermentation.

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