Gelatin is often used as an ingredient in the manufacture of ice-cream. The reason for this is:

Correct answer: C. to stabilize the colloid and prevent crystal growth

  • A. to improve the flavour
  • B. to cause the mixture to solidify
  • C. to stabilize the colloid and prevent crystal growth
  • D. to prevent the formation of a colloid

Explanation

This is due to stabilize the colloid and prevent crystal growth.

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