Table 7.2 The fate of E. coli O157:H7 in apple cider held at 8°C for 2 weeks, with and without preservatives, is shown below: Bacteria $/ \mathrm { ml }$
$\begin{array}{ll}
\text { Cider only } & 2.2 \
\text { Cider with potassium sorbate } & 2.0 \
\text { Sodium benzoate } & 0 \
\text { Potassium sorbate + sodium benzoate } & 0
\end{array}$ In Table 7.2, which preservative is most effective?
A) potassium sorbate
B) potassium sorbate + sodium benzoate
C) sodium benzoate
D) no preservative

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Sodium benzoate alone resulted in zero bacteria per ml, indicating it is the most effective preservative.

Table 72 the Fate of E /ml/ \mathrm { ml }/ml

Table 72 the Fate of E $/ \mathrm { ml }$