Intro to Food Science
What is food science?
The study of food
What causes Salmonella?
Raw meats and eggs
How many calories does a gram of carbohydrate have?
4 calories
What is the full name of the USDA
United States Department of Agriculture
What do all food chains and food webs start with?
autotrophs, plants, producers
Why is Food Science important?
To help make the best of our food resources, minimize waste, preserve food, and maintain food safety
How can you prevent salmonella?
Cooking your meat to 165 degrees internally to kill off any bacteria inside
How many calories does a gram of fat have?
9 calories
What does the CDC stand for?
Center for Disease Control
Raw honey, salt, sugar
Food science is a mix of scientific fields of study, name at least two.
Chemistry, biology, physics, physiology, microbiology, nutrition, and biochemistry
What is the danger zone?
The temperature range in which food-borne bacteria can grow.
How many calories does a gram of protein have?
4 calories
What does the EPA stand for?
Environmental Protection Agency
Name the three categories of tasters.
Regular tasters, non-tasters, and supertasters
List one food processing method.
Fire, salt, smoking, drying, fermentation, canning, salting, pickling
What is the range of the danger zone?
40 - 140 degree
Name a macronutrient.
Protein, Fats, or Carbohydrate
What does the FDA stand for?
Food and Drug Administration
Name all senses of taste.
sweet, sour, bitter, salty, and umami/savory
Define Foodborne Illness
Illness or disease transmitted through eating food.
What are pathogens?
Any microorganisms that cause illness and disease
What are macronutrients?
The nutrients we need in larger quantities that provide us with energy
What does OSHA stand for?
Iccyoatuibak Safety and Health Administration
What temperature should chicken be cooked to?
165 degree