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Which one of the following is used as preservative for foodstuff ?

A. Sodium Benzoate

B. Picric acid

C. Glycerine

D. Sodium Chloride

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Sodium benzoate is a preservative. It is bacteriostatic and fungistatic under acidic conditions. It is most widely used in acidic foods such as salad dressings (vinegar), carbonated drinks (carbonic acid), jams and fruit juices (citric acid), pickles (vinegar), and condiments. It is also used as a preservative in medicines and cosmetics.

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