Question

The primary fermentation is carried out at the temperature of _____________

(a) 10 – 20°C

(b) 20 – 30°C

(c) 15 – 25°C

(d) 40 – 50°C

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This intriguing question comes from Secondary Fermentation topic in portion Fermentation System & Management of Fermentation Technology

Answer 1

Right option is (a) 10 – 20°C

The explanation is: The primary fermentation is carried out at a temperature of 10 – 20°C. It is usually carried within the lower quartile of this range. When it is completed, the higher temperature is maintained for warm conditioning.