Edible oil is not allowed to stand for a long time in an iron or tin container. Give reasons.
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Edible oil is not allowed to stand for a long time in an iron or tin container due to following reason. The fatty acids will react with rust and form salts which will contaminate the oil and make it rancid giving a foul odour and unpleasant taste.
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