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A yellow color in the creamy layer of milk may be caused by—

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Review microbial pigmentation effects in food safety studies.
Updated On: Jan 17, 2026
  • Serratia marcescens
  • Aeromonas hydrophila
  • Pseudomonas syncyanea
  • Pseudomonas synxantha
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The Correct Option is D

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Yellow discoloration in the creamy layer of milk results from the pigment production by growing Pseudomonas synxantha bacteria. This microbial contamination impairs the sensory quality of milk and indicates poor hygiene during processing or storage.
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