Food Preservatives Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of using food preservatives?

  • Enhance flavor
  • Add color
  • Improve texture
  • Prolong shelf life (correct)

Which of the following is a natural food preservative?

  • Butylated hydroxyanisole
  • Monosodium glutamate
  • Ascorbic acid (correct)
  • Sodium benzoate

What is the function of sodium benzoate in food preservation?

  • Inhibits bacterial growth (correct)
  • Enhances color
  • Improves texture
  • Adds sweetness

Which colorant is commonly used in the food industry to provide a red hue?

<p>Allura Red (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using antioxidants in food?

<p>Prevent spoilage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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