Question

Identify the foods that can be preserved by sugar and chemical preservatives.

• A.
• B.
• C.
• D.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

$\bullet$ Adding sugar reduces the moisture content and thus prevents the growth of microbes.
$\bullet$ It is used as a preservative to preserve food items like jams, jellies, squashes, and more.
$\bullet$ Chemical preservatives are certain chemicals that are added to packed or bottled foods and drinks.
$\bullet$ These chemicals are also added to jams and squashes to increase their shelf life.