What is inside Swiss cheese holes?

nitrogen
carbon dioxide
water vapor
air
Carbon dioxide is produced by bacteria feeding on the lactic acid. In the Middle Ages, the holes were considered a sign of imperfection and cheese makers would try to avoid them.
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flagSwitzerland
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flagSingapore
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