The bacterium that converts milk into yogurt is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The bacterium that converts milk into yogurt is:
A. Streptococcus thermophilus
B. Bacillus cereus
C. Escherichia coli
D. Salmonella enterica
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Streptococcus thermophilus and Lactobacillus bulgaricus are used as starter cultures in yogurt production. They ferment lactose to lactic acid, causing milk proteins to coagulate, giving yogurt its thick texture and tangy taste. Bacillus cereus causes food poisoning, E. coli can be pathogenic, Salmonella causes typhoid.

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