INTRODUCTION TO FOOD TECHNOLOGY
FOOD SCIENCE VS FOOD TECHNOLOGY
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Food additives can be used to:Maintain product consistency, improve nutrient value, maintain wholesomeness of food & add flavor or color.
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Food additives are substances added to food to maintain or improve its safety, freshness, taste, texture, or appearance. Food additives need to be checked for potential harmful effects on human health before they can be used.
Detailed explanation-2: -Food additives are chemicals added to foods to keep them fresh or to enhance their colour, flavour or texture. They may include food colourings (such as tartrazine or cochineal), flavour enhancers (such as MSG) or a range of preservatives.
Detailed explanation-3: -Emulsifiers, stabilizers and thickeners give foods the texture and consistency consumers expect.
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