alleryWhich preservative type stops the growth of bacteria or mould?
AColouring
BEmulsifying
CAntimicrobial
DSweetening
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Antimicrobial
1. Preservative additives are of two main types.
2. Antimicrobial ones inhibit the growth of bacteria or fungi, including mould.
3. Antioxidants stop oxidation, a different job; colours and sweeteners do not preserve.
_Source: Wikipedia, Food preservation, Preservatives_
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