What You Need to Know
Microbial cultures are affected by temperature, pH, oxygen, and nutrient availability, and can be used for food production, biofuel production, bioremediation, and pharmaceutical production. They have been used for thousands of years for food production and preservation, and are a crucial part of various industries.
Steps
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Natto (Japan): Bacillus subtilis culture creates characteristic sticky texture
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Kefir (Caucasus): Symbiotic culture produces probiotic-rich fermented milk
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Tempeh (Indonesia): Rhizopus mold binds soybeans into cake form
The Science
Primary Reaction
Microbial growth and metabolism