What happened when wheat dough was left in the open, after a few days? Select inappropriate option.
(a) It starts to emit a foul smell.
(b) It starts the growth of saprophytic fungi and yeast.
(c) Carbohydrates in wheat break down into carbon dioxide.
(d) It is the place where rhizobium bacteria grow.
Correct Answer: (d) It is the place where rhizobium bacteria grow.
Explanation:
When the wheat dough was left in the open after a few days, it initiates the growth of saprophytic fungi and yeast which breaks down the carbohydrate present in wheat into smaller components and carbohydrates. As it initiates the process of degradation, it emits a foul smell.
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