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Question
Action of food enzymes are the major causes of ______.
Options
Contamination of food
Deterioration of food
Preservation of food
Sanitation of food
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Solution
Action of food enzymes are the major causes of deterioration of food.
Explanation:
Food preservation can be defined as the application of methods used commercially and at home to prevent food spoilage and increase its shelf life by preventing the growth of microorganisms, slowing down the oxidation of fats, and inhibiting the deterioration processes.
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