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What is rancidity?
What is rancidity?
- A type of bacteria found in fats
- A pleasant odor, color, and flavor of fats
- An unpleasant odor, color, and flavor of fats (correct)
- A type of fat that is highly nutritious
What factors contribute to the development of hydrolytic rancidity?
What factors contribute to the development of hydrolytic rancidity?
- All of the above
- Air and moisture (correct)
- Light and heat
- Bacteria
What happens during hydrolytic rancidity?
What happens during hydrolytic rancidity?
- Fats are broken down into glycerol and fatty acids (correct)
- Fats combine with other nutrients in the food
- Fats become more colorful and flavorful
- Fats develop a pleasant odor and taste
What is the main cause of hydrolytic rancidity in fats?
What is the main cause of hydrolytic rancidity in fats?
Which of the following vitamins is NOT affected by rancidity?
Which of the following vitamins is NOT affected by rancidity?
What is the role of lipase in the development of hydrolytic rancidity?
What is the role of lipase in the development of hydrolytic rancidity?