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Select the correct statement regarding lactobacillus acidophilus.
A. They produce acids the coagulate and partially digest milk fat.
B. They require a suitable temperature and medium for their multiplication.
C. They play a beneficial role by checking disease-causing microbes in our stomach.
D. They improve nutritional quality by increasing the amount of thiamine .

A

(A) , (B) and (C)

B

(B) and (C)

C

(B) , (C) and (D)

D

All of these

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To solve the question regarding the correct statements about Lactobacillus acidophilus, we will analyze each option one by one. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Statement A: They produce acids that coagulate and partially digest milk fat.** - **Analysis:** Lactobacillus acidophilus primarily ferments lactose (milk sugar) to produce lactic acid. This acid primarily acts on milk proteins (casein) rather than milk fat. Therefore, this statement is incorrect. 2. **Statement B: They require a suitable temperature and medium for their multiplication.** - **Analysis:** Lactobacillus acidophilus, like all bacteria, requires specific conditions for optimal growth, including a suitable temperature (usually around 37°C for LAB) and an appropriate medium (like milk). This statement is correct. 3. **Statement C: They play a beneficial role by checking disease-causing microbes in our stomach.** - **Analysis:** Lactobacillus acidophilus is known for its probiotic properties, which include inhibiting the growth of pathogenic bacteria in the gut. This statement is also correct. 4. **Statement D: They improve nutritional quality by increasing the amount of thiamine.** - **Analysis:** While Lactobacillus acidophilus does contribute to the nutritional quality of fermented products, it is more associated with increasing levels of vitamin B12 rather than thiamine. Therefore, this statement is incorrect. ### Conclusion: Based on the analysis: - **Correct Statements:** B and C - **Final Answer:** The correct options are B and C.
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