saccharomyces cerevisiae
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Definition
- Noun:
- A species of yeast: Saccharomyces cerevisiae is a single-celled fungus commonly known as baker's yeast or brewer's yeast. It is a microorganism used to ferment sugars, producing carbon dioxide and alcohol.
Usage
- is primarily used to make bread rise and to ferment alcoholic beverages like beer and wine.
- In scientific contexts, it is a fundamental model organism for biological research.
Examples
- Noun:
- The baker added Saccharomyces cerevisiae to the dough to make it rise.
- Saccharomyces cerevisiae is essential for the fermentation process in brewing.
Advanced Usage
- In biotechnology: is engineered to produce pharmaceuticals, biofuels, and other industrial products.
- Scientists modified Saccharomyces cerevisiae to produce insulin.
Variants and Related Words
- Baker's yeast: A common name for strains of used in baking.
- Brewer's yeast: A common name for strains of used in brewing.
- Yeast: The general term for fungi of the genus and others.
Synonyms
- Baker's yeast
- Brewer's yeast
Related Phrases
- Yeast fermentation: The process carried out by .
- Model organism: A term describing the role of in laboratory research.
Noun
- used as a leaven in baking and brewing