Which everyday process explains why food cooks faster in a pressure cooker compared to an open pot?
A
Lower boiling point at high pressure
B
Higher boiling point at high pressure
C
Reduced heat transfer
D
Increased oxygen levels
Correct Answer: Option B — Higher boiling point at high pressure
Explanation:
A pressure cooker raises internal pressure which increases the boiling point of water allowing food to cook faster at higher temperatures th...
A pressure cooker raises internal pressure which increases the boiling point of water allowing food to cook faster at higher temperatures than would be possible in an open pot.