Historically,there Has Been Concern About the Ingestion of Nitrite Used

question 6

Multiple Choice

Historically,there has been concern about the ingestion of nitrite used as a food preservative.Why does nitrite work well as a food preservative?

• A) Nitrites are used to inhibit aerobic respiration of bacteria.
• B) Nitrites increase carbon dioxide levels.
• C) Nitrites have antimicrobial properties.
• D) Nitrites cross cell membranes and release protons intracellularly.

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