Question
Chemistry Question on Chemistry in Everyday Life
which artificial sweetening agent is limited for cold food and soft drinks?
A
Sucralose
B
Alitame
C
Saccharine
D
Aspartame
Answer
Saccharine
Explanation
Solution
The correct answer is option (C): Saccharine
Saccharine is an artificial sweetener that is used in food and beverage products. It does not have calories and is a white crystalline powder that is sweet. The chemical formula of C7H5NO3S. It is a derivative of the benzothiazole ring that is fused with the sulfonamide group. It has already been approved by the food safety agency and now is widely used in sodas and cold food. Saccharine is considered safe for human consumption.