SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 37

SSC GD Constable (English) - 14 Feb 2019 Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q37

Food containing oil and fat, when kept for a longer time, causes a change in its taste and smell due to the process of ..........

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. rancidity.

  • Food containing oil and fat, when kept for a longer time, causes a change in its taste and smell due to the process of rancidity.
  • Rancidification is the process of complete or incomplete oxidation or hydrolysis of fats and oils when exposed to air, light, or moisture.