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tnt_battle

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on: Aug 19, 2018
Irradiation extends the shelf life of certain fruits, allowing them to retain desirable qualities for up to _____ days.
 a. 3
  b. 8
  c. 12
  d. 16
  e. 25

Question 2

Proponents of irradiation state that irradiation
 a. eliminates the need for some chemical fumigants and preservatives.
  b. decreases spoilage losses.
  c. increases food safety by destroying Escherichia coli and Salmonella.
  d. all of the above answers are correct
  e. none of the above answers is correct


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Reply #1 on: Aug 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

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Reply #2 on: Aug 19, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Aug 19, 2018
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