Question

which of the following products can humans make using bacteria? select all that apply.
a) yogurt
b) carrots
c) cotton
d) apples
e) antibiotics
f) cheese

Explanation:

• Yogurt (A) is made using lactic acid bacteria for fermentation.
• Carrots (B) are plants, not made with bacteria.
• Cotton (C) is a plant - derived fiber, no bacteria involved.
• Apples (D) are fruits, not made with bacteria.
• Antibiotics (E), like penicillin (from Penicillium, a fungus - related process but some bacteria also contribute to antibiotic production), and some antibiotics are produced using bacteria.
• Cheese (F) is made using bacteria (and sometimes fungi) for fermentation and curdling.

Answer:

A) yogurt, E) antibiotics, F) cheese