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Question
Nitrogen is used in the food packaging industry because it _____.
Options
provides colour to the food
provides oxygen to the food
adds proteins and minerals to the food
keeps the food fresh
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Solution
Nitrogen is used in the food packaging industry because it keeps the food fresh.
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