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Question
What is the general name of the chemicals which are added to fat and oil containing foods to prevent the development of rancidity?
Solution
Antioxidants is the general name of the chemicals that are added to fat and oil containing foods to prevent the development of rancidity. Antioxidants are reducing agents that prevent food from getting oxidised easily.
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