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Definition of Pasteurisation

1. Noun. Partial sterilization of foods at a temperature that destroys harmful microorganisms without major changes in the chemistry of the food.

Definition of Pasteurisation

1. Noun. Heat-treatment of a perishable food to destroy heat-sensitive vegetative cells followed by immediate cooling to limit growth of the surviving cells and germination of spores. ¹

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Medical Definition of Pasteurisation

1. A method of preserving food by heating it to a certain point which will kill off pathogenic organisms but will not harm the flavour or quality of the food, this technique is mostly used with beer, milk, fruit juices, cheeses and egg products. (09 Oct 1997)

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