Multiple choice

Thermostabilisation is a method for prolonging storage life of egg. It involves heating the egg at ______________.

  1. 54 oC/15 min

  2. boiling water/5 sec

  3. 68 oC/30 min

  4. both 1 and 2

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Explanation

Thermostabilisation of eggs is a preservation method that involves heating at a specific temperature-time combination. 54°C for 15 minutes is the correct condition to stabilize the egg and extend its shelf life by denaturing enzymes that cause deterioration.