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Butylated hydroxy toluene is used in...

Butylated hydroxy toluene is used in

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preventing oxidative rancidity of fats

B

preserving food grains

C

killing bacteria living tissues

D

reducing stress and anxiety

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Butylated hydroxy toluene (BHT) is used as an antioxidant . It retards the action of oxygen on the food material and thereby helps in preventing oxidative rancidity of fats
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