Question

What is rancidity ? write two ways by which it can be prevented?

Answer 1

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foods containing fats,oil or butter start to impart foul smelland change in taste due to oxidation is called rancidity.....

two ways by which it can be prevented :

1. to keep away from sunlight
2.to keep in refridgerator

hope this helps

Answer 2

Rancidity is the oxidation of foods containing fats and oils. 1) Rancidity can be prevented by storing food in vacuum containers. 2) Rancidity can be prevented by adding antioxidants to food.
It can be prevented by following methods:
(i)                 The packing of food materials should be replaced the air with Nitrogen.
(ii)               The food materials should be placed at very low temperatures.