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AP EAMCET · Chemistry · Surface Chemistry

Curdling of milk is caused due to the formation of which of the following acids by the bacteria?

  1. A Formic acid
  2. B Acetic acid
  3. C Lactic acid
  4. D Maleic acid
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(C) Lactic acid

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Lactobacillus bacteria converts the lactose sugar into an acid (lactic acid) by means of fermentation.