NEETChemistryChemistry in Everyday Life
What is the primary purpose of food preservatives?
Options
- AEnhancing food flavor
- BPromoting microbial growth
- CPreventing spoilage by inhibiting microbial growth
- DAdding nutritive value to food
Correct answer
C. Preventing spoilage by inhibiting microbial growth
Step-by-step solution
Food preservatives prevent spoilage of food by prohibiting microbial growth.