Question

Why do we add an inoculum of curd to milk for curdling it?

Answer 1

Answer:

Answer : In fresh milk, a small amount of curd added as 'starter' or inoculum which contains millions of lactic acid bacteria (LAB), which multiply at a favorable temperature and convert milk to curd. Explanation: ... The LAB produces acid that coagulates and partially digest the milk proteins during growth.

Answer 2

We add an inoculum of curd to milk for curdling it  because -

• Milk contains Lactose sugar and to covert this lactose sugar into lactic acid ,we add inoculum of curd into milk.
• Inoculum of curd contains several bacteria in it which helps in curdling of milk.
• This lactic acid drops the Ph of milk and make it acidic.
• The protein molecules present in milk attract and form curdles.