What Is the Purpose of Adding EDTA to Prepared Foods

question 21

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of adding EDTA to prepared foods?

• A)to keep ions such as Ca²⁺ in solution so the foods look good
• B)to complex trace metal ions that catalyze decomposition reactions
• C)to complex iron (III)ions so they can catalyze protein decomposition on cooking
• D)to aid in browning of the surface during cooking
• E)to prevent dissolution of the container in the food when stored for long periods of time

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Definitions:

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A scale used to specify the acidity or basicity of an aqueous solution, with values ranging from 0 (most acidic) to 14 (most basic).

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