Microbial production of one of the organic feed stocks from plant substances such as molasses is presently used for ethanol production. This alcohol was produced by fermentation in the early days but for many years by chemical means through the catalytic hydration of ethylene. In modem era, attention has been paid to the production of […]
Production of Ethanol | Microbiology
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Lactic Acid: Discovery, Fermentation and Uses
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In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Discovery of Lactic Acid 2. Fermentation of Lactic Acid 3. Medium and Manufacturing Process 4. Recovery 5. Uses. Discovery of Lactic Acid: Lactic acid was first discovered by Scheele (1789) from sour milk. Later on, Pasteur (1857) identified the microorganism involved in lactic acid production. In the […]
Citric Acid: Discovery, Fermentation and Recovery | Microbiology
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In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Discovery of Citric Acid 2. Fermentation of Citric Acid 3. Recovery. Discovery of Citric Acid: This acid was first produced commercially by John and Edmund Storage Company in UK in the year 1826. Scheele (1789) reported the isolation and crystallization of the four constituents of lemon juice. […]
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