Microbiology: Principles and Explorations 9th Edition

Published by Wiley
ISBN 10: 1-11874-316-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-11874-316-4

Chapter 6 - Growth and Culturing of Bacteria - Self Quiz - Page 177: 8

Answer

Foods containing a high concentration of salt or sugar usually do not require refrigeration to prevent spoilage because dissolved salt or sugar exert sufficient osmotic pressure to kill and inhibit microbial growth.

Work Step by Step

Foods containing a high concentration of salt or sugar usually do not require refrigeration to prevent spoilage because dissolved salt or sugar exert sufficient osmotic pressure to kill and inhibit microbial growth.
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