Question

How microorganism help in food processing?

Answer 1

Microorganisms such as bacteria, molds and yeasts have many roles in nature. ... For example, some bacteria are used beneficially in making cheese and yogurt. Bacteria that do cause disease are called pathogens. When certain pathogens enter the food supply, they can cause foodborne illness.

Answer 2

Microorganisms in food production. Nature uses microorganisms to carry out fermentation processes, and for thousands of years mankind has used yeasts, moulds and bacteria to makefood products such as bread, beer, wine, vinegar, yoghurt and cheese, as well as fermented fish, meat and vegetables.