Question

Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Annatto, a colouring matter of vegetable origin is extracted from seeds of Bixa Orellana is used in order to get yellowish colour generally with Buffalo milk like butter and margarine.
Reason (R): Annatto colour is prepared by leaching the pericarp of the seeds with an extractant prepared from non food grade solvents.
Choose the correct option.

• A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
• B. Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
• C. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
• D. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct

Hint:

Food colors must always be extracted using food-grade solvents.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept: Annatto is a natural food color widely used in dairy products to impart yellow/orange color.

Step 1: Assertion analysis.

• Annatto derived from Bixa orellana seeds
• Used in butter, cheese, margarine
• Especially in buffalo milk products to enhance color Thus, Assertion is correct.

Step 2: Reason analysis.

• Extraction is done using food-grade solvents
• Non-food grade solvents are not used Thus, Reason is incorrect.

Step 3: Conclusion.
Assertion correct, Reason incorrect.