Chapter 3, Problem 12CT

Summary Introduction

To answer:

The hypertonic solution in jams, jellies, and pickles that effectively kill the bacteria and fungi responsible for the spoilage of food.

Introduction:

One of the remarkable functions of the cytoplasmic membrane is selective permeability. Depending upon the state of the cell, the nutrients are brought into the cell and the wastes are exported outside the cell. The passage of molecules inside and outside of the cell is under the control of the cytoplasmic membrane.