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Why are chillies dried in the Sun before storing?
Drying chillies in the Sun removes their moisture content. Microbes need moisture to survive and multiply, so when it is removed, their growth stops. This method keeps the chillies safe for months, prevents spoilage and allows them to be ground into chilli powder, which can be stored and used in cooRead more
Drying chillies in the Sun removes their moisture content. Microbes need moisture to survive and multiply, so when it is removed, their growth stops. This method keeps the chillies safe for months, prevents spoilage and allows them to be ground into chilli powder, which can be stored and used in cooking throughout the year without going bad.
For more NCERT Solutions for Class 5 EVS Our Wondrous World – The World Around Us Unit 2: Health and Well-being – Chapter 3: The Mystery of Food Extra Questions & Answer:
https://www.tiwariacademy.com/class-5-evs-our-wondrous-world-chapter-3/#solutions
See lessWhy do we keep butter in the fridge but not ghee?
Butter is made from milk and still contains water, making it an ideal place for microbes to grow if left outside, so it needs refrigeration. Ghee, however, is made by heating butter to remove all water content. Without water, microbes cannot survive, so ghee remains safe at room temperature for a loRead more
Butter is made from milk and still contains water, making it an ideal place for microbes to grow if left outside, so it needs refrigeration. Ghee, however, is made by heating butter to remove all water content. Without water, microbes cannot survive, so ghee remains safe at room temperature for a long time without spoiling.
For more NCERT Solutions for Class 5 EVS Our Wondrous World – The World Around Us Unit 2: Health and Well-being – Chapter 3: The Mystery of Food Extra Questions & Answer:
https://www.tiwariacademy.com/class-5-evs-our-wondrous-world-chapter-3/#solutions
See lessWhat caused coloured patches to appear on Disha’s uttapam?
The coloured patches on Disha’s uttapam were mould, formed by thousands of microbes. Microbes are tiny living organisms that need moisture, air and warmth to survive. As the uttapam stayed in the lunchbox for days, it provided all these conditions, allowing the microbes to multiply rapidly, changingRead more
The coloured patches on Disha’s uttapam were mould, formed by thousands of microbes. Microbes are tiny living organisms that need moisture, air and warmth to survive. As the uttapam stayed in the lunchbox for days, it provided all these conditions, allowing the microbes to multiply rapidly, changing the food’s colour, smell and taste and causing it to spoil.
For more NCERT Solutions for Class 5 EVS Our Wondrous World – The World Around Us Unit 2: Health and Well-being – Chapter 3: The Mystery of Food Extra Questions & Answer:
https://www.tiwariacademy.com/class-5-evs-our-wondrous-world-chapter-3/#solutions
See lessYou are going on a field trip for two days. List five food items you will carry. How will you keep them from getting spoiled?
For a two-day trip, I will take biscuits, dry fruits, khakhra, pickle and roasted nuts. These items spoil slowly as they have low moisture. I will store them in airtight containers or sealed packets to block air and moisture. Keeping them in a cool bag will help them stay fresh until eaten. FRead more
For a two-day trip, I will take biscuits, dry fruits, khakhra, pickle and roasted nuts. These items spoil slowly as they have low moisture. I will store them in airtight containers or sealed packets to block air and moisture. Keeping them in a cool bag will help them stay fresh until eaten.
For more NCERT Solutions for Class 5 EVS Our Wondrous World – The World Around Us Unit 2: Health and Well-being – Chapter 3: The Mystery of Food Extra Questions & Answer:
https://www.tiwariacademy.com/class-5-evs-our-wondrous-world-chapter-3/#solutions
See lessWhat if food cannot be preserved? Imagine a world without food preservation and discuss the consequences.
If food couldn’t be preserved, it would spoil within days, leading to wastage, hunger and food shortages. Seasonal fruits and vegetables could only be eaten in their season. Transporting food over long distances would be nearly impossible, affecting trade and making many items unavailable in certainRead more
If food couldn’t be preserved, it would spoil within days, leading to wastage, hunger and food shortages. Seasonal fruits and vegetables could only be eaten in their season. Transporting food over long distances would be nearly impossible, affecting trade and making many items unavailable in certain regions, especially during off-seasons.
For more NCERT Solutions for Class 5 EVS Our Wondrous World – The World Around Us Unit 2: Health and Well-being – Chapter 3: The Mystery of Food Extra Questions & Answer:
https://www.tiwariacademy.com/class-5-evs-our-wondrous-world-chapter-3/#solutions
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