What are food preservatives?

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Food preservatives are chemicals that prevent food from spoilage due to microbial growth. Table salt, sugar, vegetable oil, sodium benzoate (C₆H₃COONa), and salts of propanoic acid are some examples of food preservatives.

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What is food preservation? Name three common chemical food preservatives. [3 MARKS]

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(b) How do you preserve cooked food at home ?

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