Roles of Food Science
What is Food Science?
The study of the physical, biological, and chemical makeup of food.
Which step moves food from factories to stores?
Distribution
Which science studies how food spoils?
Microbiology
What process removes water to prevent spoilage?
Dehydration
What is cross contamination?
What is the role of food science in Agriculture?
The role of food science in improving agricultural productivity and sustainability.
What does processing usually involve?
Heating, Freezing, or Mixing Food
What is an example chemical change?
Milk curdling with lemon juice
Which method uses heat and an airtight seal?
Canning
What does a food thermometer measure?
Internal temperature of food
How do food science studies benefit the food service industry?
Application of food science principles in the food service industry for quality and safety.
What does a packaging engineer design?
Food labels and containers
Shaking cream into butter is what type of change?
Physical
Which method uses "good bacteria" to preserve food?
Fermentation
What is the purpose of food sanitation?
To keep equipment and facilities clean and safe
Which part of the food industry advertises products?
Marketing
What industry step happens FIRST: Distribution, Processing, Production?
Production
Human behavior influences food by what?
Taste preferences
What is removed with a vacuum seal preservation method?
Oxygen
Define Foodborne Illness.
Illness or disease transmitted through eating food
Agriculture is the source for the three basic things that humans need to survive, what are the 3 "things"?
Food, Clothing, Shelter
Who checks food business for cleanliness?
Food Safety Inspector
Why do we process food?
To make it safe and last longer
How does freezing help to preserve food?
Bacteria grow slower at low temperatures
How long should you wash your hands for with warm, soapy water?
20 seconds minimum