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Why are food preservatives added to food?
ОА.
to increase the rate of reaction
O B.
to decrease the rate of reaction
OC.
to decrease potential energy of the reactants
OD.
to increase the temperature of the reaction

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Answer:

b ) decrease the rate of reaction

Step-by-step explanation:

when fats and oils are oxidised they produce a foul smell and bad taste so we add presservatives

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