2010
DOI: 10.1111/j.1439-0450.1972.tb00426.x
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Effect of Various Concentrations of Formalin on the Bacterial Flora of Milk and Growth of some Species

Abstract: Summary The total count and the coliform bacteria in raw milk was more affected at 30°C than at refrigerator temperature by addition of formalin. There seems to be no selective action for formalin, in the concentrations used, on the microflora of raw milk. Predominating microorganisms were usually those present in milk in large numbers from the beginning. However, in pure culture Staphylococcus sp. as well as lactic acid bacteria, except L. casei and Streptococcus faecalis, were sensitive to 0.004% formalin. E… Show more

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