Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Chemistry

Question:

When fats and oils are oxidised, their smell and taste changes, this process is termed as:

Options:

Evaporation

Condensation

Rancidity

Corrosion

Correct Answer:

Rancidity

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 3. Rancidity.

When fats and oils undergo oxidation, leading to changes in their smell and taste, this process is termed as rancidity. Rancidity is a chemical process that occurs when fats and oils are exposed to oxygen in the air, leading to the breakdown of their chemical structure. This process can result in the formation of unpleasant odors and flavors, as well as the degradation of nutritional value in the affected fats and oils. So, the correct answer is Rancidity.