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Questions
State the principles of food preservation.
Explain the principles of food preservation.
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Solution
- Reducing moisture content to prevent spoilage.
- Creating acidic environments using vinegar or fermentation.
- Isolating food from the air using packaging or sealing techniques.
- Inhibiting microbial growth through methods like drying, salting, or refrigeration.
- Adding preservatives to extend shelf life and prevent spoilage.
- Heat treatment, like pasteurisation, can be used to kill harmful organisms.
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