Question

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Answer 1

So that it doesn't get oxidised

Answer 2

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here's ur answer...

oil and fat containing food items are flushed with nitrogen because of the following reasons:-

1. oil and fat containing food reacts with air and oxygen and they become rancid with the contact of oxygen (air).

2. because of oxidation of food items their taste and smell may be changed and it can be also spoil.

3. nitrogen prevent them from oxidation as it acts as a antioxidant.

4. to keep these food items fresh and away from the effect of oxygen (air), nitrogen is used.

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