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iveyjurea

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You read a research article that states that frozen fish and poultry become rancid through oxidative rancidity faster than beef does. After studying fats and oxidative rancidity, explain the reasons for this.
 
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Question 2

For several days after they are separated from their host plant, fruits and vegetables
  continue to feed, drink, breath (expel gasses), and conduct photosynthesis (where appropriate).
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

Oxidative rancidity takes place in polyunsaturated fatty acids when oxygen adds to the double bonds. Fish and poultry contain more polyunsaturated fatty acids than beef does, so they would be more likely to undergo oxidative rancidity.

Answer to Question 2

True



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