Question

What causes rancidity? Name an antioxidant that prevents rancidity.

Answer 1

Rancidity:

• “When fats and oils are oxidized, they become rancid, and their smell and taste change.” This phenomenon is known as Rancidity.
• Usually, substances that prevent oxidation are known as antioxidants.
• These antioxidants are added to foods containing fats and oil to prevent rancidity.

Example of an anti-oxidant:

• Butylated hydroxyl anisole. It helps in preventing rancidity.