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date: October 12, 2021
participants: Alice, Bob, and Charlie
platform: Slack
topic: The Chemistry of Fermentation in Wine Making
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Alice: Hey team, I've been researching the chemistry behind fermentation in wine making. Did you know that it's a complex process involving various microorganisms and enzymes?

Bob: Yeah, I've heard about it. Yeast plays a significant role in converting sugars into alcohol, right?

Charlie: That's correct! Saccharomyces cerevisiae is the most commonly used yeast strain for this purpose. It ferments glucose and fructose, which are the primary sugars found in grape juice.

Alice: Exactly! And during fermentation, other byproducts like carbon dioxide, heat, and trace amounts of other compounds are also produced. Some of these compounds contribute to the aroma and flavor of the wine.

Bob: Interesting. So, what factors can affect the fermentation process?

Charlie: There are several factors, such as temperature, pH levels, nutrient availability, and oxygen levels. For instance, an optimal temperature range for S. cerevisiae is between 20-30°C (68-86°F). If the temperature goes too high or too low, it can slow down or even stop the fermentation process.

Alice: Right, and the pH level also plays a crucial role. A lower pH (higher acidity) helps prevent the growth of unwanted bacteria and promotes the activity of desirable yeasts. Most wines have a pH between 3.0 and 4.0.

Bob: How do winemakers control these factors to ensure successful fermentation?

Charlie: They monitor and adjust the conditions throughout the process. For example, they might use cooling systems to maintain the desired temperature, or add nutrients like nitrogen to support yeast growth.

Alice: Another interesting aspect is malolactic fermentation. It's a secondary fermentation process where lactic acid bacteria convert malic acid into lactic acid. This can help reduce the acidity of the wine and give it a smoother, rounder mouthfeel.

Bob: Wow, there's so much more to wine making than I thought! Thanks for sharing this information, Alice and Charlie.
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date: August 15, 2023
participants: Emily and Jack
platform: Text Messages
topic: Famous or influential historical figures
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Emily: Hey Jack, I was just reading about some famous historical figures. Do you have any favorites?

Jack: Oh, definitely! One of my all-time favorites is Leonardo da Vinci. He was born on April 23, 1451, in Vinci, Italy. Not only was he an incredible artist, but also an inventor, scientist, and engineer.

Emily: Yeah, he was truly a genius! I'm always amazed by his ability to excel in so many different fields. What are some of his most notable works?

Jack: Well, when it comes to art, his most famous pieces are probably the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper. But he also made significant contributions to science with his studies on anatomy, optics, and hydrodynamics.

Emily: That's impressive! Another person who fascinates me is Marie Curie. She was born on November 7, 1867, in Warsaw, Poland. She was a physicist and chemist who conducted pioneering research on radioactivity.

Jack: Absolutely! Marie Curie was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize, and she remains the only person to have won Nobel Prizes in two different scientific fields – physics and chemistry.

Emily: Right! And her discoveries led to the development of X-rays and cancer treatments. It's amazing how much impact these historical figures had on our world.

Jack: Definitely. There are so many inspiring people from history who have shaped our understanding of the world and pushed the boundaries of human knowledge. It's always fascinating to learn about their lives and achievements.
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- Identify the optimal temperature range for Saccharomyces cerevisiae during wine fermentation.
- Explain what malolactic fermentation is and how it affects the taste of wine.
- List two scientific fields in which Marie Curie won Nobel Prizes.
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### Response:

The optimal temperature range for Saccharomyces cerevisiae during wine fermentation is between 20-30°C (68-86°F).

Malolactic fermentation is a secondary fermentation process where lactic acid bacteria convert malic acid into lactic acid. This can help reduce the acidity of the wine and give it a smoother, rounder mouthfeel.

Marie Curie won Nobel Prizes in two different scientific fields: physics and chemistry.

Reference(s):
date: October 12, 2021
participants: Alice, Bob, and Charlie
platform: Slack
topic: The Chemistry of Fermentation in Wine Making

date: August 15, 2023
participants: Emily and Jack
platform: Text Messages
topic: Famous or influential historical figures