Name two anti-oxidants which are usually added to fat and oil containing foods to prevent rancidity.

What are anti-oxidants ? Why are they added to fat and oil containing foods?

What is the general name of the chemicals which are added to fat and oil containing foods to prevent the development of rancidity?

Fill in the following blanks with suitable words: (a) The addition of oxygen to a substance is called ………. Whereas removal of oxygen is called ………. (b) The addition of hydrogen to a substance is called ………. Whereas removal of hydrogen is called......... (c ) Anti-oxidants are often added to fat containing foods to prevent......... due to oxidation.

Name two foods each rich in: Fats

Antioxidants are used to prevent oxidation of food containing fats and oils. True/False

State the use of antioxidants in food containing fats and oils.