In process of fermentation of production of wine from grapes which microorganism is used?
A
Saccharomyces cerevisiae
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B
Aspergillus oryzae
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C
Lactobacillus brevis
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D
Aspergillus niger
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Solution
The correct option is ASaccharomyces cerevisiae The role of yeast in winemaking is the most important element that distinguishes wine from grape juice. In the absence of oxygen, yeast converts the sugars of wine grapes into alcohol and carbon dioxide through the process of fermentation. The most common yeast associated with winemaking is Saccharomyces cerevisiae which has been favored due to its predictable and vigorous fermentation capabilities, tolerance of relatively high levels of alcohol and sulfur dioxide as well as its ability to thrive in normal wine pH between 2.8 and 4.
So, the correct answer is 'Saccharomyces cerevisiae'.