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Rancidity can be prevented by:


A

Adding antioxidants

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B

Storing food away from light

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C

Keeping food in the refrigerator

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D

All of these

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Solution

The correct option is D

All of these


Explanation for correct answer:-

Correct Option: (D)

  • Rancidity is the process of spoiling food materials upon coming in contact with the oxygen present in the air.
  • Preservatives, anti-oxidants, and other materials and processes are utilized in protecting the food materials from rancidity.
  • Light can also degrade many biomolecules present in food materials.
  • So, keeping and storing the food materials in shade or away from light is necessary to protect its biomolecules from getting oxidized.
  • Cold temperatures seize the activities of microbes that may be present in the food materials.
  • Keeping the food in cool and shade places increases the shelf life of the food.

Therefore, all options are correct.


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