Multiple choice

A non-metal which is used to preserve foodstuffs, is ______________.

  1. carbon

  2. nitrogen

  3. phosphorus

  4. none of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Potato chips, nuts, tortilla chips and other snack foods have their packaging filled with nitrogen gas to preserve their freshness and extend shelf-life.

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