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Gelation is a ________ of formation of edible coating.

(a) Consequence

(b) Mechanism

(c) Result

(d) Prerequisite

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Correct answer is (b) Mechanism

Easiest explanation: Gelation is a mechanism of formation of edible coating. Gelation is a process when the heating of polymers leads to its denaturation, followed by gelation or coagulation on cooling. Gelation is also known as thermal coagulation.

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