Question

The optimum temperature for heating the curds is _________

(a) 18°C

(b) 28°C

(c) 38°C

(d) 48°C

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Answer 1

The correct choice is (c) 38°C

To explain: The optimum temperature for the heating of curds is 38°C. The temperature above  46°C or 115°F will destroy the cultures which develop the flavor in cheese.