FOOD CHEMISTRY
FOOD ADDITIVES AND PRESERVATIVES
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Which of the following is NOT a main reason for using additives?
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to improve nutritional quality
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to prevent spoilage
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to enhance flavour
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to reduce the appearance of food
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Sodium hydrogen carbonate and Cane Sugar are not used as food preservatives.
Detailed explanation-2: -Improving taste, texture, or appearance. Additives like color dyes can improve the appearance of a product, while thickeners and stabilizers can improve the texture. Herbs and spices are good examples of additives that improve taste and flavor.
Detailed explanation-3: -Buy fresh or frozen. Eat fewer processed meats. Wash plastic food containers and utensils by hand, rather than in the dishwasher. Use glass and stainless steel. Learn plastic recycling codes. Wash your hands. Speak out. 06-Sept-2021
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