Question

16. State the reason for the following:
(a) Potato chips manufacturer fill the packets of chips with nitrogen gas.
(b) Iron articles lose their shine gradually.
(C) Food should be kept in airtight container.​

Answer 1

Answer:

a.because N2 gas helps them to prevent the chips from getting oxidised.

b.due to action of air and moisture iron particles forms rust and loose their shine

c.so as to protect them from rancidity and microbes