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Which option distinguishes why the pear is pink in the following scenario?

Carolyn bought pears, apples, and strawberries at the farmer's market. When she got home, she cut into a pear
and noticed a pink hue
1. the pear contained too much absorbic acid
2. the pear still contained trace elements
3. the pair contained too many nitrites
4 the pear contained EDTA

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Answer:

4. the pear contained to much EDTA.

Step-by-step explanation:

Calcium disodium EDTA is a white, odorless, crystalline powder, with a faint, salty taste. In the food industry, it is commonly used a preservative.

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