- FERMENTATION PROCESS IN BAKERY
Fungi like yeast reproduces rapidly and reduces carbon dioxide. This gas, when trapped in dough or batter(used for idlis, dosas, causes it to increase in volume and makes it fluffy or soft. This is due to fermentation.
- ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
Many microorganisms are used in the manufacture of alcohol, wine and acetic acid. Fungi like yeast convert natural sugars present in cereals and fruits into alcohols which is then used to make alcoholic beverages. Acetic acid commonly known as vinegar, is also produced by a similar process.