Which of the following adsorbent is used in the refining of sugar?

Correct answer: A. Bone charcoal

  • A. Bone charcoal
  • B. Wood charcoal
  • C. Silica gel
  • D. Activated clay

Explanation

Bone charcoal, also called bone black, adsorbs colouring matter and impurities from raw sugar syrup, giving refined sugar its lighter colour. Silica gel is mainly used for drying, not routine sugar decolourisation.

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