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Which method of food preservation involves using high temperatures to destroy microorganisms and enzymes?
Which method of food preservation involves using high temperatures to destroy microorganisms and enzymes?
- Dehydration
- Canning (correct)
- Freezing
- Pickling
Which food preservation technique involves removing moisture from the food to inhibit the growth of microorganisms?
Which food preservation technique involves removing moisture from the food to inhibit the growth of microorganisms?
- Dehydration (correct)
- Pickling
- Canning
- Freezing
What is the primary purpose of pickling as a food preservation method?
What is the primary purpose of pickling as a food preservation method?
- To dehydrate the food to remove moisture
- To store the food in a vacuum-sealed bag
- To inhibit the growth of microorganisms (correct)
- To freeze the food at low temperatures
What is a key benefit of freezing as a method of food preservation?
What is a key benefit of freezing as a method of food preservation?
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Food Preservation Methods
- Sterilization involves using high temperatures to destroy microorganisms and enzymes, thereby preserving food.
- Dehydration, or desiccation, involves removing moisture from the food to inhibit the growth of microorganisms, as they require water to survive.
Pickling
- The primary purpose of pickling as a food preservation method is to create an environment that is inhospitable to the growth of microorganisms, typically by immersing food in a brine or acidic solution.
Freezing
- A key benefit of freezing as a method of food preservation is that it allows for the preservation of nutrients and flavor, as it slows down chemical reactions and inhibits the growth of microorganisms.
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