SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 48

SSC CGL - 09 Sep 2024 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q48

Which of the following statements is INCORRECT?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Fats and oils get reduced over time and smell bad.
The statement "Fats and oils get reduced over time and smell bad" is INCORRECT.

Fats and Oils: While fats and oils can go rancid over time, leading to unpleasant odors and flavors, they do not necessarily "get reduced" in quantity. Instead, they may undergo chemical changes due to exposure to air, light, and heat, which can result in oxidation.
Rancidity: When fats and oils become rancid, they produce off-flavors and odors, but this process does not mean that the quantity of the fat or oil is decreasing; rather, it is the quality that deteriorates