Before refrigeration became common, many foods were preserved by salting them heavily. Fruits were preserved by mixing

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Before refrigeration became common, many foods were preserved by salting them heavily. Fruits were preserved by mixing them with a large amount of sugar (fruit preserves). How do salt and sugar act as preservatives?

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Chemical Principles

ISBN: 9780618946907

6th Edition

Authors: Steven S Zumdahl

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