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Consumer Food Packaging: Functions and Materials

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What is the primary function of consumer food packaging?

To provide a variety of shapes and materials for packaging
To include a wide range of packaging materials
To make food transport possible
To preserve, protect, and defend food from its environment (correct)

Which of the following materials is NOT mentioned as a type of consumer food packaging?

Cellophane
Rigid plastic bottles (correct)
Paper cartons
Cardboard boxes

What is the purpose of the different shapes and materials used in consumer food packaging?

To make the packaging more aesthetically pleasing
To accommodate the diverse needs of different food products (correct)
To make the packaging more durable and long-lasting
To protect the food from environmental factors

Which of the following packaging materials is not mentioned in the text?

Styrofoam boxes (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the wide range of packaging materials mentioned in the text?

To meet the diverse needs of different food products (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is an important factor in selecting packaging for in-package thermal processing technologies?

The packaging must be able to withstand thermal processes while maintaining visual integrity and barrier properties. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the effect of in-package thermal processing on package barrier properties?

It deteriorates the barrier properties to some degree, which may accelerate food quality losses during storage. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is important for designing and selecting appropriate barrier packaging?

Understanding the oxygen sensitivity of food components such as pigments, vitamins, and lipids during storage. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, what type of barrier packaging is required for pasteurized products with a shelf life of 10 days to 12 weeks?

Flexible packaging with a low to medium barrier (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the information provided in the text?

High barrier packaging is necessary for all pasteurized food products, regardless of shelf life. (A) Signup and view all the answers

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