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Question
Explain any four food preservation methods.
Answer in Brief
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Solution
We can preserve the food for a long time by using the following methods.
- Pickling – Mixing fruits and vegetables with oil and salt.
Example: Pickle - Refrigerating – Keeping food in the refrigerators (fridge) to preserve them for a short time.
Example: Fruits, Vegetables - Drying – Removing the water content of the food.
Example: Fish, Red chillies - Canning – Storing food in air-tight containers.
Example: Jam
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