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Pickles have a long shelf life and do no...

Pickles have a long shelf life and do not get spoilt for months. Why?

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Pickles are treated with excessive salt or oil. These substances acts as preservatives and do not allow bacteria to survive. Hence, the pickles remain safe.
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