Question

5. Define rancidity?​

Answer 1

Answer:

rancidity is the complete or incomplete oxidation of oil and fats when exposed to air that result in unpleasant taste and odour of food

Answer 2

Rancidity :

The process in which the food gets spoiled due to oxidation is called rancidity. It leads to the change of taste, colour,smell ,etc.

Example : when a chips pack is exposed to atmospheric air which results in a change in taste and odor.