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Q · Chemistry in Daily LifeMedium · 45s
Which of the following statements correctly explains the action of antioxidants in food? 1. Antioxidants prevent the spoilage of food by inhibiting the oxidation of fats and oils. 2. Common antioxidants include BHA and BHT. Select the correct answer using the code below:
TopicChemistry in Daily Life
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Antioxidants are chemicals that delay or prevent rancidity by stopping oxidation reactions in food. Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA) and Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT) are common food-grade antioxidants.
Final Answer: Option C — Both 1 and 2