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What Problem Arises in Using Alitame as Artificial Sweetener? - Chemistry

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What problem arises in using alitame as artificial sweetener?

Solution

Alitame is a high potency sweetener. It is difficult to control the sweetness of food while using alitame as an artificial sweetener.

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Chapter 16: Chemistry in Everyday Life - Exercises [Page 454]

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NCERT Chemistry [English] Class 12
Chapter 16 Chemistry in Everyday Life
Exercises | Q 19 | Page 454

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