Question

Choose the correct answers from the alternatives given.
Which of the following purposes do you think is served, by $C{O}_2$ as an end product of fermentation in baking industry?

• A. To lighten the dough
• B. To give colour to bread
• C. To give flavour to the bread
• D. To produce beautiful shape

Answer 1

The correct option is A To lighten the dough

The sugars in the bread product are converted into carbon dioxide and ethanol as an end product. The carbon dioxide is evolved from the dough when the yeast gets dissolved in water so that it makes the dough lighter.

So, the correct option is 'To lighten the dough'.