pickling
Acidic conditions inhibit many spoilage organisms. This topic is part of Food Preservation within Food & Drink. This page currently draws on 5 supporting questions, with answers and bonus facts available below.
pickling trivia questions
Pickling commonly preserves food using acid, salt, or what process?
Answer: Fermentation
Bonus fact: Acidic conditions inhibit many spoilage organisms.
What acid gives vinegar pickles much of their sourness?
Answer: Acetic acid
Bonus fact: Vinegar is a dilute solution of acetic acid.
Fermented pickles become acidic mainly because bacteria produce what?
Answer: Lactic acid
Bonus fact: Lactic acid bacteria ferment sugars naturally present in vegetables.
Pickles are commonly made by preserving cucumbers in what?
Answer: Brine or vinegar
Bonus fact: Pickling uses salt brine, acid, or both.
What compound is produced during lactic acid fermentation?
Answer: Lactic acid
Bonus fact: Lactic acid bacteria are important in yogurt and pickling.