What is yeast?!


Question:

What is yeast?


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definition of yeast:

it is a fungus that produces alcohol and carbon dioxide while it is developing, used to cause fermentation in making beer and wines and as a raising agent in baking.

Yeasts are a growth form of eukaryotic microorganisms classified in the kingdom Fungi. Approximately 1,500 species of yeasts have been =)

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Yeasts are a group of unicellular fungi, some of which are used in food production.

yeast is usually used in breads because it makes the dough rise it also makes the bread taste good too!!




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