Question

Ropiness of bread may be due to

a)       Bacillus subtilis

b)      Bacillus licheniformis

c)       Bacillus panis

d)      Erwinia

A A and B are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B C and D are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C A, B and C is correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D A, B and D is correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
E All are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Explanation: Ropiness in bread is usually due to  bacterial growth  and is considered more prevalent in home made breads. The chief causative organism is Bacillus subtilis or B. licheniformis . These are spore forming bacteria with their spores surviving baking temperatures.

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