Question

Adulteration of food means

• A. Processing of food
• B. Transportation of food
• C. Storage of food
• D. Removing nutritive value of food

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Removing nutritive value of food

The correct answer is D.

Explanation for correct answer:

Adulteration is the process by which foreign substances are added which hinders the food's nutritive value.

Explanation for incorrect answer:

Option A:

Food processing is the process that includes the preparation, preservation, and packing of food.

Option B:

Transportation of food means transporting food to a different part of the country or outside.

Option C:

Storage of food means storing food in such conditions that it is not infected by pests, insects, or rodents. This avoids contamination of food.

Final answer: Adulteration of food means Removing the nutritive value of food.