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Question
Why do fruits and vegetables become limp and soggy after freezing?
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Solution
- The water inside the cells forms ice crystals during freezing.
- Ice crystals expand and rupture the cell walls.
- When thawed, damaged cells release moisture.
- This results in a limp and soggy texture.
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