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What does yeast consist of?

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it actually consists of tiny microorganisms like bacteria. when you put sugar into the thing you are baking, the yeast feeds on it. when you bake it, the yeast produces gasses before being vaporized by the intense heat. this is why bread has air bubbles in it!

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