Apple Washing, Waxing and Sorting

What is the first step in the apple processing line?

• Sorting the apples

• Applying wax

• Weighing each bin of apples

• Labeling each apple

What is used to clean the apples initially?

• Heated chlorinated water

• Dry air

• Cold water

• Food-grade oil

What follows the cleaning of apples in the process?

• Drying and waxing

• Sorting by size

• Immediate packaging

• Refrigeration

How are the apples dried after cleaning?

• Sun drying

• Using a sheer fan

• Natural air drying

• Heated rollers

How are apples identified for the consumer?

• By their size

• Using a barcode

• Through a sticker on each apple

• By their color

What happens to apples after they are sorted?

• They are juiced

• They are frozen

• They are packaged

• They are cooked