Question

Rancidity of fats occurs due to the exposure of fat to ___________ and_________.

• A. heat
• B. light

Answer 1

Rancidity:

• The phenomenon in which oxidation of unsaturated fats and oils takes place in presence of air and moisture.
• Fats get rancid due to exposure of fat to heat and light.
• Due to the oxidation of oil and fats in food taste and smell of food change.

Rancidity can be prevented in the following ways:

• By adding antioxidants to food oxidation of fats and oils can be prevented.
• Leftover food should be refrigerated.

Therefore, the Rancidity of fats occurs due to the exposure of fat to heat and light.