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What does the term 'food adulteration' mean?

1

Improving food quality

2

Mixing inferior substances into food

3

Preserving food for longer periods

4

Cooking food with added spices

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Answer

B. Mixing inferior substances into food

Solution:

Food adulteration refers to the practice of mixing inferior, harmful, or unauthorized substances into food products, compromising their safety and quality.

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