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Salt doesn't really absorb water, it just pulls out the liquid. This happens with everything, not just eggplants. It has to do with osmosis. That's a chemistry term and not necessarily a cooking term. And there is additional information in the WikiAnswers section on chemistry.
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Why does water absorb salt?
Water "dissolves" salt. Water does not absorb salt.
Does your body absorb salt water from the ocean when you swim in it?
No, your body does not absorb salt water from the ocean when you swim in it.
Why do water comes out of eggplants sprinkled with salt?
When eggplants are sprinkled with salt, the salt draws out water through a process called osmosis. The salt creates a concentration gradient, causing water to move from the eggplant's cells into the surrounding environment to balance the concentration. This process not only reduces bitterness but also helps to improve the texture by making the eggplant less spongy and more suitable for cooking.
Can you remove cats urine with salt?
The salt will absorb the water.
Can salt absorb oil?
Sodium chloride is hygroscopic, absorb water.
Why does salt dry?
Salt is very hygroscopic, easily absorb water.
How salt dehydrates?
Yes, because salt absorb easily water.
Why microorganisms have a hard time with salt?
Salt absorb water and without water microorganisms are killed.
How does salt kill moss in bricks?
Salt absorb the water necessary for organisms.
How can the addition of salt preseve food?
Salt absorb water and as a consequence destroy microorganisms.
Why dont things preserved in salt spoil?
Because salt absorb water; without water bacteria are killed.
How does salt keep food fresh?
Salt absorb water and as a consequence all microorganisms (they need water) are killed.
