Question

Given below are two statements:
Statement (I): The presence of antibiotics in milk can deactivate the starter culture activity.
Statement (II): However, there is no effect of detergents in milk on starter culture activity.
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

• A. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.
• B. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
• C. Statement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false.
• D. Statement (I) is incorrect but Statement (II) is correct.

Hint:

Both antibiotics and sanitizer/detergent residues act as chemical inhibitors that can deactivate starter cultures, which is why thorough rinsing of dairy equipment is essential.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C