Question

State any two methods to prevent the development of rancidity in fat and oil containing foods

Answer 1

Answer:

Oxidative rancidity can be prevented by light-proof packaging, oxygen-free atmosphere (air-tight containers) and by the addition of antioxidants.

Explanation:

Oxidative rancidity can be prevented by light-proof packaging, oxygen-free atmosphere (air-tight containers) and by the addition of antioxidants.

Answer 2

Answer:

You can prevent rancidity by the following methods:

1. By using anti oxidants

2. vaccum packing

3. Refrigeration

Explanation:

vaccum packing : it doesnt allow the fats containing fats and oils to come in direct contact with the oxygen.

refigeration: it slows down the oxidation by reducing the enzyme activity