Which Compound(s), in Conjunction with Sugar, Contribute(s) to the Gelling

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which compound(s) , in conjunction with sugar, contribute(s) to the gelling characteristics of fruit preserves?

• A) phenolic compounds
• B) protopectins
• C) pectin
• D) pectinic acid
• E) pigments

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