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Egyptians likely discovered that salt acted as a preservative through observation of its effects on food stored in salt-rich environments, such as the Nile delta. They noticed that salted fish and meats lasted longer without spoiling, leading them to use salt for preserving food during long journeys or for storage. This practice became essential in their culture, particularly for mummification and food preservation, highlighting the importance of salt in ancient Egyptian life.
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Did ancient Egyptians discover bronze by mixing copper and tin?
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What did ancient egyptians earn for work?
Usually salt.
What kind of salt did the embalmers use to dry out mummies?
Egyptians used Natron Salt to mummify stuff
How did egyptians discover preserving bodies?
Sorry, but I don't think we all know yet...
Why was salt so important to the roman soldiers?
Salt was a very important commodity in antiquity as it was the only preservative available. The salt works neat Ostia, by the sea, were a great trading asset for Rome. Before the introduction of coins, Roman soldiers were paid in salt.
Does salt get stale?
No, salt is a preservative for foods.
How do food soaked in salt water?
Salt is a preservative.
Is flour a preservative?
no. Salt however is.
Is vinegar a better preservative than salt?
Vinegar works as a better preservative than salt because its acetic acid kills bacteria rather than just dehydrating as salt does. Not saying that salt is a bad preservative just that it doesn't eliminate as much bacteria as vinegar does.
What is the function of salt in food?
Salt improve the taste of foods. Also salt is a preservative.
Does salt keep food fresh?
Sodium chloride is a preservative for foods killing microorganisms.
Is salt the best praservative?
It is difficult to say "the best"; but salt is a good preservative.
Why do you use salt for food preservation?
Because its a preservative.
What is the benefit of salt in processed food?
- Salt is a preservative for foods. - Salt add taste and flavor to foods.
Why salt in food?
salt is in food to give it a flavour. It is also a preservative when put on food.
What does putting salt in human food does?
Salt is used as:- seasoning for foods- preservative for foods
Why was salt used in food?
Salt is used:- to improve the taste of foods- as a preservative for foods
