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How is milk converted into curd ? Explain the process of curd formation.

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The LAB bacteria grown in milk and convert it into curd , thereby digesting the milk protein casein . A small amount of curd added to fresh milk as a starter or inoculum contains millions of Lactobacilli , which under suitable temperature `(le40^(@)C)` multiply and convert milk into curd .Curd is more nutritions than milk as it contains a number of organic acids and vitamins.
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  • Curd forming is a process of:

    A
    Biodegradation
    B
    Fermentation
    C
    Sterilization
    D
    Bioremendiation
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