Q. Development of unpleasant smell and taste in oil and fat containing food items due to oxidation of atmospheric oxygen is called:

A
Radio Activity
B
Turbidity
C
Acidity
D
Rancidity
Solution:

Rancidity is the complete or incomplete oxidation or hydrolysis of fats and oils when exposed to air, light, moisture or by bacterial action, resulting in unpleasant taste and odor.

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