Microbiology
Slippery pickles occur due to

broken scums of film yeasts on the surface of brine
addition of high amount of salt
both (a) and (b)
growth of encapsulated bacteria

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Microbiology
Which statement is true about flavouring materials spices, garlic etc. added to Dill pickles?

They may improve texture of the pickle
These markedly stimulate or inhibit the acid forming bacteria
They may be source of considerable numbers of undesirable micro-organisms and cause off-fermentations or spoilage of pickles
None of these

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Microbiology
Which of the following is true to prevent botulism from smoked fish?

Good sanitation should be maintained throughout production and handling
All of these
Fish should be immediately frozen after packaging and kept frozen
The fish should be heated at its coolest part to at least 82°C for 30 min during or after smoking

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