Question

(c) State and explain the various methods for preventing or retarding rancidity of food."

Answer 1

Answer:

Rancidity can be prevented by adding antioxidants to foods containing fats and oils. Rancidity can be prevented by keeping food in a refrigerator because in a refrigerator when the food is kept the oxidation of fats and oils in it is slowed down due to low temperature and thus rancidity is retarded.

Answer 2

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