Question

Which among the following is incorrect about Lacto bacilli?

(a) These are rod shaped bacteria

(b) These are the bacteria responsible for turning milk into curd

(c) These are parasites

(d) They are also useful in industries for fermentation of wine

This question was posed to me in class test.

This intriguing question originated from Biological Classification in portion Biological Classification of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

Correct answer is (c) These are parasites

Best explanation: Lacto bacilli, as the name says, are rod shaped bacteria that are responsible for turning milk into curd. They adopt heterotrophic mode of nutrition. These are also useful in fermentation of wine.