Question

Tocopherol is an example of:

• A. \(\text{Anticaking agent}\)
• B. \(\text{Flavouring agent}\)
• C. \(\text{Antioxidant}\)
• D. \(\text{None of the above}\)

Hint:

Tocopherols (Vitamin E) are effective natural antioxidants that help preserve fats and oils in food.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding tocopherols.
- Tocopherols, also known as Vitamin E, are natural antioxidants that protect food from oxidative spoilage, particularly in oils.
Step 2: Explanation of incorrect options.
- Anticaking agent (A): Prevents clumping but does not act as an antioxidant.
- Flavouring agent (B): Tocopherols do not affect the flavor of food.
- None of the above (D): Incorrect, as tocopherols are indeed antioxidants.
Step 3: Selecting the correct option. Since tocopherols prevent oxidation and spoilage, the correct answer is (C) Antioxidant.