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ACF Cooking Professional Exams

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A food additive derived from red algae (Irish Sea Moss) that is used as an emulsifier, stabilizer and thickener is known as:
  1. Xantham Gum
  2. Guar Gum
  3. Carrageenan
  4. Corn Starch
Explanation
ANSWER: C - Carrageenan is a food additive derived from Irish Sea Moss, a red algae that is quite useful as a food emulsifier, stabilizer and thickener. This food additive is used extensively in food manufacturing facilities.
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