Lutefisk Is a Traditional Scandinavian Food That Is Prepared by Soaking

Multiple Choice

Lutefisk is a traditional Scandinavian food that is prepared by soaking a white fish,such as cod,in lye (NaOH) .How does soaking the fish in lye "cook" it?

A) A strong base will allow the fish to be heated to higher temperatures more quickly.
B) A strong base will break down or "denature" the protein in the fish.
C) A strong base will neutralize the fatty acids in the fish.
D) A strong base will raise the pH of blood in the fish.