Honey is one of the few foods that essentially never spoil. Its high sugar content draws moisture out of any microorganism that lands in it, while its low pH and naturally produced hydrogen peroxide further inhibit bacterial growth. Archaeologists have unsealed jars of ancient Egyptian honey that remained edible after more than 3,000 years.
Which choice best describes the function of the second and third sentences in the text?
- Acheck_circle
They support the claim by giving the chemical mechanism and a striking historical example.
- B
They contradict the spoilage claim made in the first sentence.
- C
They introduce a competing preservation method.
- D
They define the term 'fermentation'.
Explanation
Sentence two gives the mechanism; sentence three gives a vivid example. Together they support the opening claim. B is correct.