INTRODUCTION TO FOOD TECHNOLOGY
HISTORICAL OVERVIEW OF FOOD TECHNOLOGY
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Question
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a substance that is added to food in order to improve its taste or appearance or to keep it fresh and stop it from decaying
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added substance
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aditives
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additives
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dairy products
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -What are food additives? Substances that are added to food to maintain or improve the safety, freshness, taste, texture, or appearance of food are known as food additives.
Detailed explanation-2: -Types of food additives Antioxidants – prevent foods from oxidising, or going rancid. Artificial sweeteners – increase the sweetness. Emulsifiers – stop fats from clotting together. Food acids – maintain the right acid level.
Detailed explanation-3: -Salt, sodium nitrite, spices, vinegar, and alcohol have been used to preserve foods for centuries. Sodium benzoate, calcium propionate, and potassium sorbate are used to prevent microbial growth that causes spoilage and to slow changes in color, texture, and flavor.
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