Question

What is rancidity ? List any two ways to two prevent it. Also, mention the name of any two antioxidants.​

Answer 1

Answer:

The oxidation of oils and fats in a food resulting in bad taste and smell is known as rancidity.

Methods to prevent rancidity are:

i) By adding antioxidants.

ii) Vaccum packing.

iii) Replacing air by nitrogen.

iv) Refrigeration of the food stuff.

Two antioxidants are Vitamin C and E etc.

PLEASE MARK IT BRAINILIEST

Answer 2

When fats and oils are oxidised, they become rancid and their smell and taste change. Substances which prevent oxidation (antioxidants) are are added to food containing fats and oil. Keeping food in air tight containers helps to slow down oxidation.

Type of antioxidants are vitamin A , vitamin C, manganese, vitamin E...