Define the term food preservation.
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Answer:
Food preservation prevents the growth of microorganisms, or other microorganisms, and slowing the oxidation of fats that cause rancidity. Food preservation may also include processes that inhibit visual deterioration, such as the enzymatic browning reaction in apples after they are cut during food preparation.
Answer:
Food preserveration means preserving food by natural or artificial means so that the food doesn't get spoilt by the action of microorganisms and it can last longer.
Methods of preserving food:
☆ Preserving food using chemicals such as sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate and citric acid.
☆ Preserving food by sun drying or dehydration.
☆ Preservation of food by salt or curing.
☆ Preservation of food by sugar.
☆ Preservation of food by oil and vinegar.
☆ Preservation of food by deep freezing.
☆ Preservation of food by heat and cold treatment.
☆ Preservation of food by pasteurization.
Why food needs to be preserved?:
Food needs to be preserved so that it doesn't get spoilt by the action of microbes and therefore it will be edible for a longer period of time. If we eat the uncovered food, then it may lead to food poisoning if that food was spoilt by microorganisms.