Question

what is rancidity how can we reduce the problem of rancidity​

Answer 1

Answer:

The condition produced by aerial oxidation of fats and oils in foods marked by unpleasant smell and taste is called rancidity. ... Rancidity can be prevented by adding anti -oxidants to foods containing fats and oils. 2. Rancidity can be prevented by packaging fats and oil containing foods in nitrogen gas.

Answer 2

Answer:

Rancidity:

• The substances containing fats and oils gradually under the action of air,water and moisture or bacterial decomposition start giving unpleasant smell or taste.
• Reaction of fats and oils reacts with air and water to produce foul smell and taste is called "Rancidity".
• Substances usually become rancid when fats and oils undergo oxidation reaction.
• For example: Potato chips containing fats and oils when exposed to air or moisture start giving unpleasant smell and taste.

Methods to prevent Rancidity:

• By adding antioxidants (substances which prevent oxidation) to food.

• By storing food in airtight containers to avoid contact with air and to slow down the process of rancidification.

• By refrigerating food also helps to slow down rancidification.

• by replacing oxygen in the containers with inert gases. For example, to prevent chips from turning rancid, chips manufacturers flush the bags with nitrogen gas.

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