The purpose of drying is to remove enough moisture to _____.
A)eliminate microbes
B)prevent microbial growth
C)sterilize the food
D)slow down microbial growth

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Drying helps to reduce the moisture content of the food, which inhibits microbial growth by creating an environment where microorganisms cannot easily survive and proliferate. However, complete elimination of microbes or sterilization may not always be achievable through drying alone.

The Purpose of Drying Is to Remove Enough Moisture to _____