Practice mode Food Technology

In which food component have reactions resembling oxidative rancidity been observed during irradiation?

Correct answer B. Lipids

Explanation

Ionising radiation creates free radicals that attack unsaturated fatty acids in lipids, forming peroxides and off-flavours similar to oxidative rancidity.

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