Question

detail on rancidity of food. Plss... answer .........i'll make u brainelist

Answer 1

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=> The oxidation of oils and fats present in the food item resulting in foul taste and smell of the food is called Rancidity.

=> Rancidity can be caused by atmospheric gases.

=> It happens generally when food is kept in open for a long.

Methods to prevent Rancidity ⤵️

1. Adding Anti Oxidants like ADH

2. Refrigeration
=> Keeping the food cool

3. Flushing with nitrogen
=> Nitrogen being inert in nature prevents Rancidity

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Answer 2

rancidity of food is because of oxygen..
when the food containing fats and oil is oxidized by air for long time then it has faul and bad taste and smell this is called rancidity...
hope it will help you if it is right then mark as brainalist first.
many things can we do for preventing food from rancidity.
* by using antioxidants.
* by putting food in air right container.
* by floushing with nitrogen gas ..
* by refrigerating..