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The condition produced by aerial oxidation of fats and oils in food marked by unpleasant smell and taste is called Rancidity.

For Example, Potato Chips when kept in air for a long time gives unpleasant smell and bad taste.

1.Rancidity can be prevented by adding anti-oxidants to foods containing fats and oils.

  1. Rancidity can be prevented by packaging *** and oil containing foods in Nitrogen gas.

  2. Rancidity can be **** by keeping food in Refrigerator. 4. Rancidity can be **** by storing food in air-tight containers.

  3. Rancidity can be **** by storing foods away from light.

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