The possible adulterant used for coating black pepper is.

vegetable oil

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mineral oil

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coconut oil

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Solution

The correct option is B mineral oil
Adulterated black pepper is coated with mineral oil to give pepper a polished appearance. Mineral oil also adds more weight and imparts dark black colour making it appealing for purchase. Mineral oil is obtained from burnt diesel oil which is highly carcinogenic and harmful for human consumption.

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