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Which of the following is not a part of applied microbiology?
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?
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?
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?
What is a significant aspect of the characteristic flavors, aromas, and consistencies of fermented foods?
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What role does microbial metabolism play in the context of food production?
What role does microbial metabolism play in the context of food production?
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