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Consider the following pairs :<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
<\/th>\nCommonly used \/ consumed materials<\/th>\nUnwanted or controversial chemicals likely to be found in them<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
1.<\/td>\nLipstick<\/td>\nLead<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2.<\/td>\nSoft drinks<\/td>\nBrominated vegetable oils<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3.<\/td>\nChinese fast food<\/td>\nMonosodium glutamate<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Which of the pairs given above is\/are correctly matched ?<\/p>\n

[amp_mcq option1=”1 only” option2=”2 and 3 only” option3=”1 and 3 only” option4=”1, 2 and 3″ correct=”option4″]<\/p>\n

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\nThe correct answer is D) 1, 2 and 3. All three pairs are correctly matched, identifying commonly found or controversial chemicals in the respective products.
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\n– Lipstick: Trace amounts of lead have been a subject of concern and regulatory limits in some lipsticks. Lead can be present as a contaminant in color additives.
\n– Soft drinks: Brominated Vegetable Oils (BVOs) have been used as an emulsifier in some citrus-flavored soft drinks to keep flavor oils suspended. While the use has declined and is banned in some regions, it has been a common ingredient.
\n– Chinese fast food: Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a widely used flavour enhancer derived from glutamic acid. It is commonly used in many processed foods and cuisines, including Chinese fast food, to enhance savoury taste.
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\nThese substances have varying levels of health concern and regulatory status. Lead in lipstick is generally a contaminant at very low levels. BVOs have faced scrutiny and are being phased out by some manufacturers. MSG is generally recognized as safe by regulatory bodies in many countries, although some individuals report sensitivity to it. Awareness of such chemicals in common products is increasing among consumers.
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Consider the following pairs : Commonly used \/ consumed materials Unwanted or controversial chemicals likely to be found in them 1. Lipstick Lead 2. Soft drinks Brominated vegetable oils 3. Chinese fast food Monosodium glutamate Which of the pairs given above is\/are correctly matched ? [amp_mcq option1=”1 only” option2=”2 and 3 only” option3=”1 and 3 … <\/p>\n

Detailed SolutionConsider the following pairs :<\/p>\n

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