Q261
Optimum temperature for mesophiles is
A.
25°C
B.
35°C
AnswerC.
37°C
D.
45°C
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
A mesophile is an organism that grows best in moderate temperature, neither too hot nor too cold, with an optimum temperature of 35°C. these organisms play important role in the decomposition of organic matter and the mineralization of nutrients. Bacteria such as mesophiles are used in cheese making due to their role in fermentation.