The colour of metanil-an adulterant, is:

Red

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Blue

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Yellow

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Black

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Solution

The correct option is C
Yellow

Explanation for the correct option:
(C) Yellow
Metanil Yellow has been used as an adulterant in turmeric powder.
Turmeric is used for its medicinal values which are mainly due to the presence of curcumin.
Hence, option (C) is correct., The colour of metanil-an adulterant is yellow.

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