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Preservation of foods by addition of sugar is because it
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Preservation of foods by addition of sugar is because it

A.

Makes the food too acidic for spoilage to occur.

B.

Binds with water, making it unavailable to microorganisms.

C.

Effectively kills microorganisms.

D.

Dissolves the cell walls in plant foods.

Correct option is B

Sugar preserves food by binding with free water molecules, thereby reducing water activity, which inhibits the growth of spoilage-causing microbes. This is commonly used in jams, jellies, and syrups.

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