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What is the purpose of food preservation?
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Solution
- To retain the colour, taste, and nutritive value of the food.
- To make food available throughout the year.
- To prevent the growth of micro-organisms like bacteria and fungi in the food items.
- To reduce the wastage of food materials.
- Preserving food not only protects our health but also makes food available to the people who need it.
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