Microbiology: An Introduction, 11th Edition

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321733606
ISBN 13: 978-0-32173-360-3

Chapter 28 - Applied and Industrial Microbiology - Study Questions - Review - Page 816: 3

Answer

Microorganisms such as Coli present in blackberries are not so resilient to heat and can be killed at temperatures under 100 degree Celsius. Moreover, the acidic nature of blackberries prevent microorganisms to grow. Hence, heating at 100 degrees Celsius is sufficient.

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Microorganisms such as Coli present in blackberries are not so resilient to heat and can be killed at temperatures under 100 degree Celsius. Moreover, the acidic nature of blackberries prevent microorganisms to grow. Hence, heating at 100 degrees Celsius is sufficient.
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