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In bread preparation in added to sorbic acid which one of the following is used as preservative____________________?

Correct answer: C. Propionic acid

  • A. Sulphur dioxide
  • B. Nitrates
  • C. Propionic acid
  • D. Benzoic acid

Explanation

Propionic acid is used as a bread preservative because it inhibits mould growth, often alongside sorbic acid. Sulphur dioxide, nitrates and benzoic acid are not the standard paired preservative in this context.

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