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by TheAnswerer on December 10th, 2006

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Why do (cut) apples turn brown after you leave them out for a while?

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  • by goldiemae on December 31st, 2006

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    Exposure to the air causes oxidation. This is also true of bananas. The best way to prevent this is to coat the fruits with lemon juice if you want to serve them for a party. This keeps them looking appetizing. The browning, however, does not affect the taste or quality of the fruit and will not make you ill. It is just more esthetically pleasing when it isn't darkened from exposure to the air.

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    • will you taste the lemon over the apple if coated, or does the taste remain?

      BobSaccamano-is-back

      by BobSaccamano-is-back on December 31st, 2006

    • You might taste some additional tartness, but it blends in with the fruit.

      goldiemae

      by goldiemae on December 31st, 2006

    • well, I'll have to give it a try :)

      BobSaccamano-is-back

      by BobSaccamano-is-back on December 31st, 2006

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