FOOD PROCESSING AND PRESERVATION
FOOD PRESERVATION METHODS
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Question
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Wet salting is putting salt in layers in a container to draw out the water content of the food.
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Salting is one of the oldest food preservation methods. Salting is a process where the common salt (NaCl), sodium chloride, is used as a preservative that penetrates the tissue; hence slows the bacterial growth and deactivates the enzymes.
Detailed explanation-2: -Salting. Salt is a common food preservative favored because it naturally inhibits most bacteria and fungal growth. Ham, bacon, duck, fish, eggs, cheese, and vegetables can be salted through dry cures or wet brines for either short or extended periods to achieve desired results.
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