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rachel9

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Question 1

Gamma irradiation is effective for sterilization because it
◦ penetrates well.
◦ is penetrating and causes extensive molecular damage.
◦ destroys protein function, although DNA is undamaged.
◦ is non-ionizing.
◦ damages molecules irreversibly.

Question 2

Desiccation, a time-honored method of preserving food, is effective because the
◦ UV light used in the process of sun drying penetrates effectively.
◦ water content is too low to support metabolic function.
◦ heat of the process kills microbes.
◦ salt concentration is too low to support metabolic function.
◦ freezing step of the process kills microbes.
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Reply #1 on: Oct 17, 2019
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Reply #2 on: Oct 17, 2019
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