Question

question 32
which food additive is used to prevent rancidity?
saccharin
yellow 5 and 6
bha/bht
msg
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Explanation:

• Saccharin is an artificial sweetener.
• Yellow 5 and 6 are food colorings.
• MSG (monosodium glutamate) is a flavor enhancer.
• BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole) and BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene) are antioxidants. Antioxidants prevent rancidity by slowing down the oxidation of fats and oils in food.

Answer:

C. BHA/BHT