Food Additives and Preservatives Quiz

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Which substances are considered food additives?

  • Only man-made versions
  • Only synthetic substances
  • Plants, animals, or minerals (correct)
  • Only artificial substances

What are some examples of food additives?

  • Sweeteners, emulsifiers, preservatives
  • Stabilizers, antioxidants, food colorings
  • All of the above (correct)
  • None of the above

Which type of food additive is benzoic acid (E210)?

  • Natural
  • Man-made version (correct)
  • Artificial
  • None of the above

What is the purpose of food preservatives?

<p>To maintain or improve food safety, freshness, taste, texture, or appearance (B)</p>
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Which food additive is used as a colorant and preservative in pickles in India?

<p>Beetroot juice extract (E162) (B)</p>
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What are food additives?

Substances from plants, animals, or minerals added to food.

Purpose of food preservatives?

Used to maintain or improve food safety, freshness, taste, texture, or appearance.

Benzoic acid (E210) type?

A man-made version of a food additive.

Beetroot juice extract (E162) use?

Serves as both a colorant and preservative.

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Study Notes

Food Additives

  • Substances added to food to enhance its appearance, texture, flavor, or shelf life are considered food additives.
  • Examples of food additives include:
    • Preservatives
    • Colorants
    • Sweeteners
    • Flavor enhancers
    • Texture modifiers
    • Acidity regulators
  • Benzoic acid (E210) is a type of food preservative.

Purpose of Food Preservatives

  • The purpose of food preservatives is to prevent the growth of microorganisms, thus increasing the shelf life of food.

Food Additives in Pickles

  • Turmeric (Haldi) is a food additive used as a colorant and preservative in pickles in India.

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