Question

Butylated hydoxytoluene as a food a additive acts as a) antioxidant b) flavouring agent c) colouring agent d) emulsifier

Answer 1

Answer:

a) antioxidant

Explanation:

Rancidity of food happens due to the oxidation of components of food. To prevent oxidation of fatty acids butylated hydroxy toluene is added which works as antioxidant.