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What role does acetic acid, in the form of vinegar, play in preservation?
What role does acetic acid, in the form of vinegar, play in preservation?
- It promotes the growth of microorganisms
- It provides nutrients for microorganisms
- It stops the growth of microorganisms (correct)
- It has no effect on microorganisms
How does sugar and salt help in preservation of food?
How does sugar and salt help in preservation of food?
- They have no effect on microorganism growth
- They decrease the water content and make it unavailable for microorganism growth (correct)
- They provide nutrients for microorganism growth
- They increase the water content for microorganism growth
Which chemical preservatives are used to preserve jams, jellies, and pickles?
Which chemical preservatives are used to preserve jams, jellies, and pickles?
- Calcium sulfate and magnesium carbonate
- Sodium chloride and potassium nitrate
- Sodium benzoate and potassium metabisulfite (correct)
- Ammonium phosphate and sodium hydroxide
What is the purpose of heat and cold treatments in food preservation?
What is the purpose of heat and cold treatments in food preservation?
What is the temperature range used during pasteurisation?
What is the temperature range used during pasteurisation?
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