Jams, jellies, preserves, honey, and other foods with high sugar content hardly ever become contaminated by bacteria, even when the food containers are left open at room temperature. Which of the following statements best explains the inability of bacteria to survive in such an environment?

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Bacteria struggle to survive in high-sugar environments like jams and honey because the osmotic pressure causes water to be drawn out of the bacterial cells, leading to dehydration and death.

Jams, Jellies, Preserves, Honey, and Other Foods with High Sugar