Vocab
What is the study of the nature of food, the causes of deterioration, the principles underlying food processing, and the improvement of foods for consumers?
Food Science
True or False: The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004 requires food allergy warning labels
True
What did early civilizations look for when trying to settle?
Land, food, water
Which of the following is an example of a career in food science?
Food Chemist
Food Product Developer
Food Marketing
Who regulates 80% of food supply, approves food additives, sets food labeling guidelines, and creates food safety and wholesomeness standards?
FDA
Failure to follow food labeling laws will not lead to what?
Increased business, more money, more clientele, etc.
How did civilizations make dried meat (otherwise known as “beef jerky”) in the early days?
They cut it very thin and laid it out on rocks
Mass food production led to what?
Mass Adulteration
Who oversees meat, poultry, and processed egg products; inspects processing plants; develops dietary guidance; and regulates organic foods?
USDA
Which law was a basis for rules and regulations written by the FDA?
Pure Food and Drug Act
Who fought to eliminate misnamed and adulterated foods?
Harvey Wiley
What are concepts involved in Food Science?
Math, science, writing, health, etc.
Plants grown with their roots suspended in liquid nutrient solutions
Hydroponic Crops
Who observes and reports scientific developments, policy, and legislation related to the food industry?
IFIC
What process reduced food spoilage?
Canning
What does GRAS stand for?
Generally Recognized As Safe
Substances used for quick-freezing that help preserve food color, texture, and nutritive value
Cryogenic Liquids
What is the international scientific authority in charge of setting global food standards?
The Codex
What are the major periods in the development of food?
Early food discoveries
Industrial revolution
Era of government regulations
Who is in charge of enforcing food defense?
Department of Homeland Security