Question

Why should food stuff with acid components not be stored in metallic containers?​

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Acids react with metal by dissolving it. Over time, acidic foods will react with metal containers or cooking vessels, even weak acids. I'm not a doctor so I cannot comment on health effects, if any, of this. However, there will be a noticeable effect on the flavor and color of the food.

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Answer 2

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Why should food stuff with acid components not be stored in metallic containers?

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Acidic foods such as pickles contains naturally generated acids such as citric acid or acetic acid. If they are stored in metal containers made up of iron or copper, the acids can react with the metal and some health hazardous compounds might get formed.