Consider the following pairs: Commonly used/ consumed materials Unwanted or controversial chemi- cals 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?

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Correct answer: 1, 2 and 3. Pair 1 is correctly matched: Lip items like lipsticks and other cosmetics including eye shadow, blush, compact powder, shampoo, and body lotion frequently include the contaminant lead. Pair 2 is correctly matched: In some sodas and soft drinks, the citrus flavour is sometimes prevented from breaking out by the food additive brominated vegetable oil. Pair 3 is correctly matched: MSG is commonly added to Chinese fast food and other processed foods to enhance flavor. While it is generally recognized as safe, some individuals may experience sensitivity to MSG, leading to symptoms like headaches or nausea. 56

Consider the following pairs: Commonly used/ consumed materials Unwanted or controversial chemi- cals likely to be found in them1. Lipstick Lead2. Soft drinks Brominated vegetable oils3. Chinese fast food Monosodium glutamate Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

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