Food Preservation Techniques Quiz

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What is the primary attribute to consider first in food preservation?

  • Safety (correct)
  • Increased variety of foods
  • Enhanced sensory attributes
  • Preservation length

What level of quality is defined by the manufacturer according to specific criteria?

  • The desired level of quality
  • The preservation length
  • The shelf life (correct)
  • The group for whom the products are preserved

Which type of food has a storage life of several months?

  • Vegetables & Fruits
  • Root crops
  • Grains, Pulses, Nuts (correct)
  • Milk, Meat, Fish

What type of food deterioration mechanism results in off flavor, odor, texture, and appearance changes?

<p>Microbiological (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to consider the group for whom the products are preserved?

<p>To prevent fatal food poisoning (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of food preservation?

<p>To prevent food spoilage and foodborne illness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of food preservation?

<p>Decreased nutritional value (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does food preservation help to ensure about perishable foods?

<p>They can be transported over long distances without spoilage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of treating and handling food in food preservation?

<p>To maintain nutritional value and sensory quality (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of food preservation techniques?

<p>They greatly slow down spoilage and prevent foodborne illness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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