Why do cucumbers pickled in salt and vinegar remain edible much longer?

Subject: Why do cucumbers pickled in salt and vinegar remain edible much longer?

Date: Wed Dec 14 14:25:53 2005
Posted by Kayla
Grade level: 4-6 School: Ferry Pass Middle
City: Pensacola State/Province: Florida Country: United States
Area of science: Chemistry
ID: 1134595553.Ch

Message:

it wouldnt let me finish the question so the question again is, Why do cucumbers pickled in salt and vinegar remain edible much longer than fresh cucumbers?

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