Single Answer MCQ
Q-00019212

Which of these gases is typically used to prevent oxidation in food packaging?

1

Oxygen

2

Nitrogen

3

Carbon dioxide

4

Hydrogen

Answer and Solution

Answer

B. Nitrogen

Solution:

Nitrogen is used in food packaging because it displaces oxygen, thereby slowing down oxidation and preventing rancidity. The other gases do not serve this purpose effectively.

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