Q.

Rancidity of food items can be prevented by-

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a

All of the above

b

Storing food at low temperature in refrigerator

c

Addition of antioxidants

d

Storing food in air tight containers

answer is D.

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Food items with oil and fat can be prevented from becoming rancid by adding antioxidants and sequestering agents to the food items that prevent auto- oxidation of food. Storing food in air tight containers at low temperatures prevents food from coming in contact with oxygen, thereby preventing rancidity. 

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