Question

Yeast is commonly used in kitchen for baking and brewing. The scientific name for baker's yeast is ______?

• A. Bacillus subtilis
• B. Saccharomyces cerevisiae
• C. Escherichia coli
• D. Lactobacillus acidophilus

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Saccharomyces cerevisiae

The scientific name for baker's yeast is Saccharomyces cerevisiae Saccharomyces cerevisiae(brewer's yeast or baker's yeast) is a species of yeast (single-celled fungal microorganisms). The species has been instrumental in winemaking, baking, and brewing since ancient times. It is believed to have been originally isolated from the skin of grapes.