Q23
Naturally sourced anti biotic used in canning is
A.
Ampicillin
B.
Nisin
AnswerC.
Penicillin
D.
Streptomycin
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
A naturally sourced anti-biotic used in canning is NISIN.Nisin is used in canned foods mainly for the control of thermophilic spoilage. It is a natural preservative for many food products. This Bacteriocin is mainly used in dairy and meat products. It inhibits pathogenic food-borne bacteria such as Listeria monocytogenes and many other Gram-positive food spoilage microorganisms.