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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