Preserving food Flashcards
1
Q
What happens if we don’t protect food from microbes?
A
Rot and become inedible
2
Q
How do we stop this from happening?
A
Foods either treated or kept in particular storage conditions
3
Q
What is bottling in jars?
A
Boil in sugar solution, seal in sterile, airtight container. Eg jam
4
Q
How does smoking work?
A
Dehydrates food because smoke is anti-microbial.
E.g ham
5
Q
How does pasteurisation work?
A
Sealed in an airtight container, heat to sterilise.
E.g milk
6
Q
How does pickling work?
A
Store in anti-microbial edible liquid like vinegar. Eg. pickles
