Question

what is rancidity,,,state 2 ways by which it can be prevented??

Answer 1

The condition produced by aerial oxidation of fat and oil in food marked by unpleasant smell and taste is called rancidity.

Ways to prevent rancidity are :-
1) Applying antioxidants to food like BHA and BHT.

2) Storing the food in refrigerator or air tight containers.

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Answer 2

The slow process of oxidation of oils and fats present in food due to which their colour and odour changes, is called rancidity. Two methods to prevent rancidity are
1• by flushing out nitrogen in the food packets
2• by using air tight containers