Question

what is rancidity? how to prevent the rancidity​

Answer 1

Explanation:

When fats and oils are oxidised, they become rancid and their smell and taste change. To prevent rancidity antioxidants (which prevent oxidation) are added to foods containing fats and oils.

Rancidity can also be prevented by flushing out oxygen with an inert gas like nitrogen.

Answer 2

Answer:

♧︎︎︎what is rancidity? how to prevent the rancidity

➪Rancidity can be prevented using the following methods: Adding antioxidants (substances which prevent oxidation) to food. Storing food in airtight containers to slow the process of rancidification. Refrigerating food also helps to slow down rancidification. Replacing oxygen in the containers with another gas.