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1. It is flexible and stronf also durable and does not make the food rust if there is water. 2. Aluminiumcan be converted into thin sheets ( because it is malleable) which can be folded into any shape. 3. Then it is readily available in affordable cost. 4. It is a metal thus it is a good conductor of heat, so it keepas the food hotter for a longer time. 5. It prevents germs to enter the food.

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