Question

Write whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F). Give reasons for
your answer.
(i) Oranges can be kept for a long time without getting spoilt.
(ii) While dehydrating fenugreek (methi) leaves these should be put in potassium
metabisulphite for 5-10 minutes.

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

Fenugreek has been long considered as one of the little giants of the culinary world. Cultivated predominantly in Asia and the Middle East, fenugreek is an important ingredient in Indian cuisine. Fenugreek finds great importance in Indian Ayurvedic traditional medicine and is a common ingredient in Indian kitchens. Generally, it is used as a spice (seeds), herbs (dried or fresh leaves) and as vegetables (sprouts and micro greens).

Answer 2

Answer:

THE ANSWERS FOR THIS QUESTION IS

1. TRUE
2. TRUE

Explanation:

• In the first question we get to know that oranges can be stored for a long time without getting spoiled.This is because the external surface is too thick for the outer microorganisms to enter and inner fruit is way too sweet forming a concentrated medium because of which by the osmosis process like in jams the organisms get killed.On an average an orange can be stored for about a week open but by storing in an air tight container or in a refrigerator we can increase its life time.

• While dehydrating fenugreek leaves should be put in potassium metabisulphite for 5-10 minutes to ensure that blackening of leaves doesn't take place as potassium metabisulphite has such a property to prevent blackening.Dark vegetables should not be put in potassium metabisulphite as it can bleach them.