Question 12 of 12

A customer complains of honey that is liquid at the top, solid at the bottom and smells sour. What is the most likely cause?

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Answer

  • B Too much water, fermentation

Explanation

When it separates, a liquid portion rich in water collects at the top. Yeasts thrive there. A sour smell indicates fermentation; the honey can no longer be sold.

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