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SAI International School
Class-X
Subject_ Chemistry
Topic-Chemical Reactions and Equations
Sub topic-Corrosion & Rancidity
Mind Map
Examples of OXIDATION-
CORROSIONRANCIDITY
The wearing out of metals layer by layer, The oxidation of fats and Oil
due to their reaction with atmospheric present in food itemsto give
gases,in presence of moisture,is knownout afoul smell and bitter
as Corrosion. taste is known as Rancidity.
CORROSION-
Corrosion may be of two types:
This phenomenon protects the This phenomenon destroys the
metal from further corrosion metal gradually or makes the
Example- Corrosion of Al, Mg, Zn surface dull & lustre less.
Example- a. Rusting of Fe,
b. Tarnishing of Ag,
c. Corrosion of Cu.
RANCIDITY-
What is RancidityMethods for Prevention of Rancidity
a.Adding antioxidants.
b.Storing food in airtight containers.
Oxidation of Fats & Oil c. Refrigerating food items.
d. Flushing food packets with Nitrogen.
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