ABEN 4510 Food Process Engineering

Questions and Answers

What is material (mass and energy) balance used for?

It is a useful tool in analyzing engineering problems, describing quantities of materials in food processing.

The law of conservation of mass states that mass can be created or destroyed.

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What is a process in engineering?

An engineering system that transforms raw materials into desired products.

Match the system type with its description:

Closed system = A system that does not exchange mass with its surroundings, but may exchange heat and work. Open system = A system that allows exchange of both mass and energy with its surroundings. Signup and view all the answers

In a steady state condition, the total mass entering a system is equal to the total mass that _____ the system.

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Which of the following is a reason for conducting a mass balance?

Track input materials Signup and view all the answers

What does a unit operation refer to in engineering?

A stage in a process that performs a specified job. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Introduction to Mass and Energy Balance

Material balance is essential for analyzing engineering problems in food processing.
Describes quantities of materials within unit operations according to the law of conservation of mass.
Mass and energy balance assist in formulating products, designing processes, and optimizing equipment and utilities.
Enables tracking of inputs, outputs, and accumulated products in processing systems.
Aids in identifying energy loss and conversion issues within the system.

Key Concepts

Mass and Energy Balance:
- Necessary for estimating costs and calculating process efficiency.
- Determines the required quantity of formulation and energy flow in processes.
Process:
- An engineering system that transforms raw materials into products through various specified operations.
- Comprises multiple unit operations like cleaning, mixing, and heating, each performing distinct tasks.
Unit Operation:
- A stage in a process dedicated to performing specific functions essential for product transformation.

System and Boundary

Under steady-state conditions, total mass entering a system equals total mass leaving it, indicating no accumulation.
System: A defined space or material quantity bounded by an enclosure—can be physical and real or imaginary.
Boundary: Defines the limits of a system and can be stationary or movable, affecting mass and energy exchange.

Types of Systems

Closed System:
- No mass exchange with surroundings, but can exchange heat and work potentially altering energy or volume.
Open System:
- Known as control volume, allows mass and energy exchange with surroundings, essential for continuous processes.

Applications and Importance

Mass and energy balance is vital in the exploratory and refining stages of product development.
Facilitates planning, testing, and system checks to maintain efficiency and adapt to changes.

Description

This quiz focuses on the principles and concepts of mass and energy balance in food process engineering. It covers analysis and computation techniques necessary for effective engineering applications in the agricultural and biosystems fields. Dive in to test your understanding and computation skills on mass and energy balance.