Microbial Metabolic Activities Quiz
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Which of the following is not a part of applied microbiology?

  • Food production
  • Industrial manufacturing processes
  • Medical diagnosis (correct)
  • Prevention of food spoilage
  • What is a characteristic result of the metabolic activities of bacteria and fungi in the context of food production?

  • Formation of toxic byproducts
  • Reduced flavor complexity
  • Enhanced nutritional value (correct)
  • Decreased shelf life
  • Which field of applied microbiology involves finding solutions to environmental, health, and agricultural problems?

  • Medical microbiology
  • Food microbiology
  • Environmental microbiology
  • Industrial microbiology (correct)
  • What is a significant aspect of the characteristic flavors, aromas, and consistencies of fermented foods?

    <p>Presence of acids or sugars made by microbes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does microbial metabolism play in the context of food production?

    <p>Acts as a preservative and destroys pathogenic microbes and toxins</p> Signup and view all the answers

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