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What is one of the main objectives of food packaging?
What is one of the main objectives of food packaging?
- To protect food against spoilage, damage, and contamination (correct)
- To increase the shelf life of the food
- To provide cooking instructions
- To enhance the taste of the food
Which of the following is NOT considered a basic function of food packaging?
Which of the following is NOT considered a basic function of food packaging?
- Aesthetics (correct)
- Communication
- Convenience
- Containment
What is the direct relationship between the quality of packaged food and the packaging material?
What is the direct relationship between the quality of packaged food and the packaging material?
- The packaging material has a minor influence on the quality of packaged food
- The quality of packaged food is not affected by the packaging material
- The quality of packaged food is affected by the attributes of both the food and packaging material (correct)
- The packaging material is more important than the attributes of the food
What does convenience in food packaging mainly refer to?
What does convenience in food packaging mainly refer to?
What has been reported as a possible interaction between foods and packaging materials?
What has been reported as a possible interaction between foods and packaging materials?
Which type of packaging is in direct contact with the product and serves to protect and/or preserve, contain, and inform the consumer?
Which type of packaging is in direct contact with the product and serves to protect and/or preserve, contain, and inform the consumer?
What is the major advantage of glass as a packaging material for foods and drinks?
What is the major advantage of glass as a packaging material for foods and drinks?
Which type of packaging material is characterized by its high permeability and inability to be sealed with heat?
Which type of packaging material is characterized by its high permeability and inability to be sealed with heat?
What is the main purpose of secondary packaging?
What is the main purpose of secondary packaging?
What are some common examples of components that can be sorbed into the packaging material from the food or environment?
What are some common examples of components that can be sorbed into the packaging material from the food or environment?
