Practice mode Food Technology

Which preservatives are used to prevent microbial spoilage of food?

Correct answer D. All of the above

Explanation

Salt lowers water activity, sulphur dioxide inhibits yeasts, moulds and bacteria in fruit products, and nitrate (as nitrite) suppresses Clostridium botulinum in cured meats.

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