Which packaging innovation was originally developed by French inventor Nicolas Appert in the early 1800s, fundamentally changing food preservation before modern refrigeration?

Product packaging has evolved dramatically throughout history, with certain innovations completely transforming how we preserve and consume food. Some packaging breakthroughs have had such profound impacts that they've changed entire industries and consumer behaviors. This trivia question focuses on a packaging revolution that significantly extended product shelf life and transformed food distribution worldwide.

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Canning (airtight food preservation in sealed containers)
Vacuum sealing (removing air from plastic packaging)
Cellophane wrapping (transparent cellulose sheets)
Aseptic packaging (sterile cartons for liquid food)