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Title: Distinguish between oxidative and hydrolytic rancidity.
Post by: EnRou on Feb 8, 2018
Distinguish between oxidative and hydrolytic rancidity.
 
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Title: Distinguish between oxidative and hydrolytic rancidity.
Post by: julievee94 on Feb 8, 2018
Both are forms of spoilage in fats. Oxidative rancidity occurs in polyunsaturated oils where oxygen adds at double bonds. This is a self-perpetuating reaction where free radicals, peroxides, and hydroperoxides are formed. Hydrolytic rancidity occurs in meat and dairy products where the triglyceride is lipolyzed to yield glycerol and free fatty acids. Both cause poor odor and taste.