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Why do fruits and vegetables become limp and soggy after freezing? - Home Science

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Why do fruits and vegetables become limp and soggy after freezing?

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Solution

  1. The water inside the cells forms ice crystals during freezing.
  2. Ice crystals expand and rupture the cell walls.
  3. When thawed, damaged cells release moisture.
  4. This results in a limp and soggy texture.
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Chapter 9: Storage and Preservation of Food - EXERCISES [Page 122]

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Oswal Home Science [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 9 Storage and Preservation of Food
EXERCISES | Q 12. | Page 122
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