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The taste of butter is due to the compound ______ in it.

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Question

The taste of butter is due to the compound ______ in it.

Options

  • Lactose

  • Fat

  • Diacetyl

  • Acetic acid

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Solution

The taste of butter is due to the compound Diacetyl in it.

Explanation:

Diacetyl is an organic compound that gives butter its distinct buttery flavour and aroma. Specific lactic acid bacteria naturally produce it during the fermentation and ripening of cream.

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Chapter 7: Introduction to Microbiology - Choose the correct option [Page 7]

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Chapter 7 Introduction to Microbiology
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