what is corrosion and rancidity
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Answer:
the reaction of iron and other metals with moisture and air which affects the quality of metal is known as corrosion and rancidity means the change of smell and taste in food products containing oil and fats because of reaction with O2
Answer:
1.Corrosion
2. Rancidity
Explanation:
1. Corrosion: When a metal is attacked by substances around it such as moisture, acids, etc. it is said to be corrode. Both air and water are necessary for corrosion.
The black coating on silver, brown coating on iron and the green coating on copper are examples of corrosion.
fe+O2+H2O-)fe2O3. XH2O
(rust) (X could be any no.)
2. Rancidity: When fats and oils present in food items are oxidized, they become rancid and their smell and taste change. This process is called rancidity.