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Which of the following is not true about leaching of cherries?

(a) It is done to remove sulphur dioxide

(b) It is done to remove calcium

(c) It removes natural fruit acid

(d) Enhances penetration of dye into the flesh

This question was addressed to me in final exam.

This intriguing question originated from Principles of Food Concentrates-2 in chapter Principles of Food Preservation by Canning and Drying and Principles of Food Concentrates of Food Engineering

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The correct choice is (b) It is done to remove calcium

Explanation: Leaching of cherries is done to remove sulphur dioxide, remove natural fruit acid and enhance penetration of dye into the flesh.

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