Fermentation

What is fermentation?

• Fermentation is a process that converts sugar into carbohydrates.

• Fermentation is a process that converts sugar into proteins.

• Fermentation is a process that converts sugar into vitamins.

• Fermentation is a metabolic process that converts sugar into acids, gases, or alcohol.

Name one common product that is made through fermentation.

• yogurt

• cheese

• bread

• milk

What are the two types of fermentation?

• ethanol fermentation and acetic acid fermentation

• yeast fermentation and bacterial fermentation

• alcoholic fermentation and lactic acid fermentation

• aerobic fermentation and anaerobic fermentation

Which microorganisms are commonly used in fermentation?

• mold and fungi

• yeast and bacteria

• viruses and parasites

• plants and animals

What is the main purpose of fermentation?

• Prevent the formation of alcohol, acids, or gases

• Convert alcohol, acids, or gases into sugars

• Convert sugars into alcohol, acids, or gases

• Produce sugars from alcohol, acids, or gases

What are the byproducts of fermentation?

• methane and sulfur dioxide

• oxygen and glucose

• carbon monoxide and water

• carbon dioxide and alcohol

What are the conditions required for fermentation to occur?

• Presence of oxygen and absence of microorganisms

• Presence of oxygen and absence of heat

• Absence of oxygen and presence of heat

• Absence of oxygen and presence of microorganisms

What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic fermentation?

• Aerobic fermentation produces more ATP than anaerobic fermentation.

• Aerobic fermentation occurs in the presence of oxygen, while anaerobic fermentation occurs in the absence of oxygen.

• Aerobic fermentation produces lactic acid, while anaerobic fermentation produces ethanol.

• Aerobic fermentation requires oxygen, while anaerobic fermentation does not require oxygen.

How does fermentation contribute to the production of alcoholic beverages?

• Fermentation converts sugars into water and carbon dioxide.

• Fermentation converts sugars into alcohol and carbon dioxide.

• Fermentation converts alcohol into sugars and carbon dioxide.

• Fermentation converts carbon dioxide into sugars and alcohol.