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Suggest a method to detect: Papaya seeds adulteration in peppercorns

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Suggest a method to detect:

Papaya seeds adulteration in peppercorns.

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Put the sample in water. Papaya seeds generally float, while peppercorns generally sink. This is a simple screening test; laboratory testing can confirm suspected adulteration.

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Chapter 9: Dietary Considerations and Food Quality - Assessment [Page 180]

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NCERT Health and Physical Education [English] Class 10
Chapter 9 Dietary Considerations and Food Quality
Assessment | Q II. 6. b) | Page 180
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