Which of the following food preservation methods treats the food with a high amount of energy that destroys the genetic material of pathogens?

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Irradiating is the food preservation method that treats the food with a high amount of energy in the form of ionizing radiation. This radiation destroys the genetic material of pathogens and prevents their growth and reproduction, thereby increasing the shelf life of the food. Drying, chilling, and canning do not involve the use of ionizing radiation.

Which of the Following Food Preservation Methods Treats the Food