TED-Ed: The beneficial bacteria that make delicious food - Erez Garty

The video explores how microorganisms like yeast and bacteria contribute to the characteristics of various foods. Yeast is used in bread and winemaking, where it ferments sugars to produce carbon dioxide and alcohol. Bacteria play a role in wine flavor and vinegar production by converting compounds in the presence of oxygen. In cheese making, bacteria and enzymes like rennet help curdle milk to form cheese. The video highlights the diverse applications of microorganisms in food production, including yogurt, soy sauce, and more.

What are the two pathways yeast can use to break down carbohydrates?

How does the anaerobic process of fermentation contribute to bread making?

What happens to the ethanol produced during fermentation when baking bread?

Explain how the production of carbon dioxide affects the texture of bread.

What role do bacteria play in the cheese-making process?