Question

All the methods mentioned below can be used to prevent the food from getting rancid except: i. Storing the food in the air-tight containers ii. Storing the food in refrigerator iii. Not using any preservatives iv. Always touching the food with clean hands *​

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation: Rancidity is development of unpleasant smell from food due to oxidation or hydration of fat by metallic atoms and microbes. It is prevented by adding antioxidants to the food, storing the food in air-tight compartment, storing the food in refrigerator and keeping the food away from the sun.

Answer 2

Rancidity is development of unpleasant smell from food due to oxidation or hydration of fat by metallic atoms and microbes. It is prevented by adding antioxidants to the food, storing the food in air-tight compartment, storing the food in refrigerator and keeping the food away from the sun*