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Which of the following statements are true for saccharin?
(A) It is a sodium salt and is not soluble in water.
(B) It is much sweetner than cane sugar.
(C) It is of great value for diabetic patients and is excreted as such in urine.
(D) It is harmful.
ChemistryChemistry in Everyday LifeTS EAMCETTS EAMCET 2019 (04 May Shift 2)
Options:
  • A A, B
  • B B, C
  • C C, D
  • D B, D
Solution:
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The correct answer is: B, C
Sodium salt of saccharin is artificial sweetener with no food energy. Its sodium salt is soluble in water and excreted as urine. It is much sweetener than cane sugar but not harmful and used for diabetic patients. Thus, option (2) is correct.

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