The Relationship Between Hydrogen Ion Concentration and Sour Taste

· GM Kids Series 576 Book 318 · GOS Education Inc.
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Foods with sour ingredients or vinegar can be preserved longer.

Most microorganisms cannot grow in low pH conditions.

A low pH also helps keep vitamin C from breaking down.

Organic acids like lemon juice prevent oxidation,

which prevents foods like avocados, bananas, apples, and potatoes from turning brown.

Acids also help proteins clump together.

Foods with sour ingredients or vinegar can be preserved longer. Most microorganisms cannot grow in low pH conditions. A low pH also helps keep vitamin C from breaking down. Organic acids like lemon juice prevent oxidation, which prevents foods like avocados, bananas, apples, and potatoes from tur...

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