Question

One of the following is used in the baking of the bread?

• A. Zygosaccharomyces octosporus
• B. Saccharomyces cerevisiae
• C. Saccharomyces ludwigii
• D. Rhizopus stolonifer

Answer 1

The correct option is B Saccharomyces cerevisiae

• Saccharomyces cerevisiae also know as Baker's yeast is used in bread making and in production of many other bakery products.
• It is used for the act of fermentation which is done by the yeast on the sugar/starch that is present in the flour. The starch is converted into alcohol and carbon dioxide by the act of fermentation.
• The carbon dioxide in the dough makes the bread dough to rise and also provides the bread with softness and makes it fluffy after it is cooked.
• So, the correct answer is 'Saccharomyces cerevisiae'