____is used for the preservation of jam and jellies.

Salt

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Acetic acid

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Vinegar

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Sugar

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Solution

The correct option is D
Sugar

In jam and jellies, sugar acts as a preservative. Sugar tends to draw water from the microbes so that microorganisms can no longer survive. Thus they prevent growth of microorganisms and preserve food.

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