Food Preservation Methods Quiz
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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>To kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the temperature range used during pasteurisation?

    <p>Below 212°F (100°C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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