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Food Definitions Quiz

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What is food defined as?

Anything solid or liquid that nourishes the body when ingested, digested, and assimilated (correct)

Anything solid or liquid that is used for medicinal purposes

Anything solid or liquid that is processed and handled for consumption

Anything solid or liquid that provides taste and flavor when ingested

What does food science involve?

Understanding of nature, composition, processing, handling, alterations, and preservation techniques of food (correct)

Understanding of the psychological effects of different food components

Understanding of the economic impact of food production

Understanding of the cultural significance of different foods

What is food technology focused on?

Application of principles of food science and engineering to the selection, processing, packaging, preserving and distribution of large quantities of food (correct)

Exploring the historical evolution of different food preservation techniques

Understanding the cultural preferences for different types of food

Studying the psychological impact of different food technologies

What does food technology aim to obtain?

Safe, nutritious, healthy, and reasonably priced food products Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'food' exclude?

Live animals unless they are prepared for placing on the market for human consumption Signup and view all the answers

What does food technology primarily involve?

Applying food science and engineering to process, package, preserve, and distribute food Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of food science?

Understanding the nature, composition, processing, and preservation of food Signup and view all the answers

What is not considered as part of 'food'?

Medicinal products Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of food according to the text?

Nourishing the body by producing energy, maintaining life, and stimulating growth Signup and view all the answers

What is excluded from the term 'food' based on the text?

Residues and contaminants Signup and view all the answers