Which of the following is NOT TRUE regarding refining of oils?
Refining of oils is done by treatment with steam, alkali etc. Refining does not bring about any change in in the unsaturated fatty acid content of a paicular oil. It removes free fatty acids and rancid material thereby aiding in deodorisation and improvement in taste of the oil. Refined oils are costlier. Ref: Park, 21st Edition, Page 565.
Refining is done using steam, alkali etc
It removes free fatty acid and rancid material from oil
It increases unsaturated fatty acid content of the oil
Refined oils are costly