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Which of the following is not an antioxidant?(a) BHT(b) BHA(c) Saccharin(d) Sulphur dioxideI have been asked this question by my college professor while I was bunking the class.I'd like to ask this question from Chemicals in Food in portion Chemistry in Everyday Life of Chemistry – Class 12

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The correct option is (c) Saccharin

The best explanation: ANTIOXIDANTS prevent food spoilage by itself REACTING with oxygen and protecting the food from oxidation. Butylated hydroxy toluene and butylated hydroxy anisole increase the SHELF lives of food like butter. SO2 is ALSO used in wines, fruits and sugar syrups for preservation.



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