Define the following terms : (a) Corrosion (b) Rancidity (c) Double displacement reaction

CBSE Class 10 Science PYQ · Chemical Reactions and Equations · Corrosion and rancidity · 3 Marks · March 2026 · Standard

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243 Marks · March 2026 · Standard
Define the following terms :
(a) Corrosion
(b) Rancidity
(c) Double displacement reaction
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(a) The process in which a metal is attacked by substances around it such as moisture, acids etc. (1 Mark)
(b) Oxidation of fats and oils present in food resulting in change of its smell and taste. (1 Mark)
(c) The reaction in which there is an exchange of ions takes place between the reactants. (1 Mark)
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