Chemistry in daily life # 62

Chemistry Level 1

Which atmospheric gas is used for preserving packed food and beverages?

carbon dioxide inert gases nitrogen No gas (vacuum) oxygen

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Mayank Holmes by Mayank Holmes , 25, India

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Shreya Sinha
Mar 18, 2018

Nitrogen acts as an antioxidant and hence used for preserving packed food and beverages.

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Hariharan Gandhi
Nov 11, 2015

Filling Nitrogen in the packets prevents oxidation of the fats and oils present in the food/beverage.

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http://www.mathesongas.com/applications/FoodAndBeverage.aspx

The answer may not be the most abundant gas.

Lu Chee Ket - 5 years, 4 months ago

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