INTRODUCTION TO FOOD TECHNOLOGY
IMPORTANCE OF FOOD TECHNOLOGY IN TODAYS WORLD
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Question
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Which of the following methods are used to prevent food spoilage?
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Application of heat
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Removal of water
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Lowering of temperature
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All of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Pickling, deep freezing, and drying are methods to preserve food.
Detailed explanation-2: -Food spoilage may be caused by a variety of mechanisms, including microbial, chemical and physical reactions, and in many cases spoilage can be clearly defined in these distinct terms (Fig. 6.2). Microbial spoilage is often due to the growth and/or metabolism of spoilage bacteria, yeasts or moulds.
Detailed explanation-3: -1 Microbial spoilage. Microbial spoilage is caused by microorganisms like fungi (moulds, yeasts) and bacteria. 2 Physical spoilage. 3 Chemical spoilage. 4 Appearance of spoiled food.
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