Question

How we prevent rancidity?

Answer 1

Heya!

RANCIDITY

>> The process of spoiling of food is called as Rancidity

>> The spoilage of food is due to the oxidation

>> Rancidity is a oxidation Reaction

How to prevent Rancidity??

>> Rancidity can be prevented by using anti-oxidants..

>> For example : N2

Hope it helps

Answer 2

Rancidity -

It is defined as the chemical decomposition of fats and oils . It spoils food material that makes difficult for consumption.

Ways to prevent Rancidity :-

• Adding antioxidant subtance to food .
• Storing food in airtight container to slow the
• process of rancidification .
• Refrigerating food also helps to slow down rancidifiaction .
• Replacing oxygen in container with another gas .

Thanks !!