NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
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Question
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The role of food additives is to I. thicken II. flavour III. preserve
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I and II only
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I and III only
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II and III only
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I, II and III
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Types of food additives Antioxidants – prevent foods from oxidising, or going rancid. Artificial sweeteners – increase the sweetness. Emulsifiers – stop fats from clotting together. Food acids – maintain the right acid level.
Detailed explanation-2: -Flavorings are additives that give food a particular taste or smell, and may be derived from natural ingredients or created artificially. *In EU, flavorings do not have an E-code and they are not considered as food additives. Flavor enhancers enhance a food’s existing flavors. A popular example is monosodium glutamate.
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