Kvasny Prum. 1957; 3(7): 152-155 | DOI: 10.18832/kp1957030

The determination of microflora in molasses.Peer-reviewed article

B. BUREŠOVÁ, P. ŘACH

18 samples of molasses were examined and there were found 6100 - 54 000 microorganisms in 1 g of molasses. On yeast agar with added saccharose (4 %)  2500 - 38 000 microbes were found in 1 g of molasses. In the microbiological analysis of 8 samples of yeast molasses from the period 1955 - 56 an elective medium was used for the isolation of acidiferous bacteria. The proof of denitrification bacteria in molasses by means of agglomeration test and colorific reaction with Griess reagent.
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Keywords: molasses, microflora

Published: July 1, 1957