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What is the primary goal of keeping caught fish alive until consumption?
What is the primary goal of keeping caught fish alive until consumption?
To avoid spoilage and loss of quality.
Name two methods used to reduce metabolic rates in live fish before consumption.
Name two methods used to reduce metabolic rates in live fish before consumption.
Starving the fish and reducing water temperature.
How does keeping fish less active benefit fish transport and handling?
How does keeping fish less active benefit fish transport and handling?
It allows for increased packing density and reduces mortality rates.
What are holding basins, and how are they often equipped?
What are holding basins, and how are they often equipped?
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Describe a simple method used in artisanal fisheries to transport live fish.
Describe a simple method used in artisanal fisheries to transport live fish.
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What role does temperature control play in the handling of live fish?
What role does temperature control play in the handling of live fish?
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Mention one historical region where live fish handling has been practiced for thousands of years.
Mention one historical region where live fish handling has been practiced for thousands of years.
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How do modern transport systems for live fish differ from artisanal methods?
How do modern transport systems for live fish differ from artisanal methods?
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What is the maximum weight of live salmon that can be transported in trucks?
What is the maximum weight of live salmon that can be transported in trucks?
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How do the methods of keeping and transporting live fish vary?
How do the methods of keeping and transporting live fish vary?
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Which species of fish can be kept alive out of water for long periods?
Which species of fish can be kept alive out of water for long periods?
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What is a common practice for transporting live freshwater fish in tropical regions?
What is a common practice for transporting live freshwater fish in tropical regions?
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How are dead fish processed during transport?
How are dead fish processed during transport?
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What is the experimental method of transporting fish that involves reducing metabolism?
What is the experimental method of transporting fish that involves reducing metabolism?
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What is a historical use of ice in fish preservation?
What is a historical use of ice in fish preservation?
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What are the two main reasons for utilizing ice in fish preservation?
What are the two main reasons for utilizing ice in fish preservation?
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At what temperature is it ideal to reduce fish temperature when using ice?
At what temperature is it ideal to reduce fish temperature when using ice?
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What potential negative effect can cold-shock have on some tropical fish species?
What potential negative effect can cold-shock have on some tropical fish species?
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Why is melting ice beneficial for live fish?
Why is melting ice beneficial for live fish?
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What is the recommended temperature range for chilling rooms used for fish storage?
What is the recommended temperature range for chilling rooms used for fish storage?
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Which countries still practice selling live fish by street vendors?
Which countries still practice selling live fish by street vendors?
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What containers are often used for transporting live freshwater fish?
What containers are often used for transporting live freshwater fish?
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What is one negative impact of water on fish skin and gills during ice melting?
What is one negative impact of water on fish skin and gills during ice melting?
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How does the latent heat of fusion of ice benefit cooling fish?
How does the latent heat of fusion of ice benefit cooling fish?
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What is superchilling and why is it important for fish storage?
What is superchilling and why is it important for fish storage?
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What property makes ice a self-contained temperature control system?
What property makes ice a self-contained temperature control system?
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What phenomenon can occur if fish are stored in seawater ice?
What phenomenon can occur if fish are stored in seawater ice?
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Why is it said that ice improves the economics of fresh fish handling?
Why is it said that ice improves the economics of fresh fish handling?
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What is a recommended practice regarding meltwater during fish storage?
What is a recommended practice regarding meltwater during fish storage?
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What challenge arises from using seawater to produce ice?
What challenge arises from using seawater to produce ice?
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What role does insulated container design play in fish handling?
What role does insulated container design play in fish handling?
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What temperature range does the freezing point of cod muscle fall within?
What temperature range does the freezing point of cod muscle fall within?
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What are the advantages of using ice compared to air refrigeration?
What are the advantages of using ice compared to air refrigeration?
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How does the salt concentration in seawater affect melting ice?
How does the salt concentration in seawater affect melting ice?
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What considerations may be necessary when using freshwater to produce ice?
What considerations may be necessary when using freshwater to produce ice?
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What is the main concern regarding bacterial load during fish handling?
What is the main concern regarding bacterial load during fish handling?
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What is the purpose of conducting meltage tests on containers filled with ice?
What is the purpose of conducting meltage tests on containers filled with ice?
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What factors can affect the accuracy of ice requirement calculations for containers?
What factors can affect the accuracy of ice requirement calculations for containers?
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Why might a container be cooled before starting an ice meltage test?
Why might a container be cooled before starting an ice meltage test?
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How can the ice consumption in insulated containers compare to non-insulated ones under tropical conditions?
How can the ice consumption in insulated containers compare to non-insulated ones under tropical conditions?
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What role does the surrounding temperature play during meltage tests?
What role does the surrounding temperature play during meltage tests?
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What is the relationship between ice consumption and solar exposure in tropical conditions?
What is the relationship between ice consumption and solar exposure in tropical conditions?
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Why may it be necessary to conduct re-icing steps during fish transport?
Why may it be necessary to conduct re-icing steps during fish transport?
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How does the design of a container influence its thermal losses?
How does the design of a container influence its thermal losses?
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What empirical method can be used to analyze the results of ice meltage tests?
What empirical method can be used to analyze the results of ice meltage tests?
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What initial observations are made during the first part of an ice meltage test?
What initial observations are made during the first part of an ice meltage test?
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What does the reduction in weight of the container indicate during a meltage test?
What does the reduction in weight of the container indicate during a meltage test?
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How can containers be tested for ice efficiency without fish?
How can containers be tested for ice efficiency without fish?
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What is the significance of using insulated containers over plastic boxes in handling fish?
What is the significance of using insulated containers over plastic boxes in handling fish?
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What are the primary roles of ice in preserving fish?
What are the primary roles of ice in preserving fish?
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Why is it important for ice to be handled as food?
Why is it important for ice to be handled as food?
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How does the cooling capacity of ice vary among different types?
How does the cooling capacity of ice vary among different types?
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What is the impact of tropical conditions on ice preservation?
What is the impact of tropical conditions on ice preservation?
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Why is flake ice often preferred for chilling fish?
Why is flake ice often preferred for chilling fish?
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What type of ice may be preferred by artisanal fishermen and why?
What type of ice may be preferred by artisanal fishermen and why?
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Explain how surface area influences cooling rates of fish.
Explain how surface area influences cooling rates of fish.
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What challenges arise from using crushed ice for fish preservation?
What challenges arise from using crushed ice for fish preservation?
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How does the type of ice affect fish safety and quality?
How does the type of ice affect fish safety and quality?
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What is the relationship between ice production and energy efficiency?
What is the relationship between ice production and energy efficiency?
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In what way does ice contribute to fish becoming a trade commodity?
In what way does ice contribute to fish becoming a trade commodity?
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How should fishermen and fish processors approach fresh fish handling?
How should fishermen and fish processors approach fresh fish handling?
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What effect does ice melting have on the cooling process for fish?
What effect does ice melting have on the cooling process for fish?
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Describe the differences in cooling effectiveness between wet and dry ice.
Describe the differences in cooling effectiveness between wet and dry ice.
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What considerations should be taken when choosing ice for chilling fish?
What considerations should be taken when choosing ice for chilling fish?
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What is the effect of using a wet tarpaulin on ice consumption in containers exposed to the sun?
What is the effect of using a wet tarpaulin on ice consumption in containers exposed to the sun?
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How does the position of boxes in a stack affect ice consumption?
How does the position of boxes in a stack affect ice consumption?
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What is the main function of polystyrene frames in the 'Icibox' system?
What is the main function of polystyrene frames in the 'Icibox' system?
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How does a chill room affect ice consumption in fish handling?
How does a chill room affect ice consumption in fish handling?
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What determines the pattern of ice meltage inside a box or container?
What determines the pattern of ice meltage inside a box or container?
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Why is it important to add more ice to the sides of boxes and containers?
Why is it important to add more ice to the sides of boxes and containers?
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What problems can arise due to ice melting unevenly in containers?
What problems can arise due to ice melting unevenly in containers?
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In what scenarios should re-icing be considered during storage?
In what scenarios should re-icing be considered during storage?
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What challenges do artisanal fisheries face in relation to fish handling?
What challenges do artisanal fisheries face in relation to fish handling?
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How do tropical conditions impact ice consumption in fish containers?
How do tropical conditions impact ice consumption in fish containers?
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What factors contribute to the longer cooling time of fatty fish compared to lean fish?
What factors contribute to the longer cooling time of fatty fish compared to lean fish?
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What role does urbanization play in the transformation of artisanal fisheries?
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Why is it advisable to gut large fish before chilling?
Why is it advisable to gut large fish before chilling?
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Why is the study of analytical models of ice consumption important?
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How does chilled sea water (CSW) benefit the cooling process of sharks?
How does chilled sea water (CSW) benefit the cooling process of sharks?
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What is the significance of chilling fish to a temperature of 4.5°C within 4 hours?
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What observation can be made about ice distribution within a commercial box based on temperature effects?
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Why might warming up fish present a greater risk than cooling them?
Why might warming up fish present a greater risk than cooling them?
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What simple strategy can minimize ice consumption in fish containers during transport?
What simple strategy can minimize ice consumption in fish containers during transport?
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What role do ice consumption calculations play in fish handling?
What role do ice consumption calculations play in fish handling?
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What is the specific heat capacity of lean fish, and why is it important?
What is the specific heat capacity of lean fish, and why is it important?
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Why is it safer to calculate the ice needed for cooling fish as if they were always lean?
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How do temperature gradients in cooling containers affect fish spoilage rates?
How do temperature gradients in cooling containers affect fish spoilage rates?
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What effect does the choice of ice type have on the cooling efficiency of fish?
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In what way do small fish warm up more quickly than large fish?
In what way do small fish warm up more quickly than large fish?
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What must be considered when calculating the ice necessary to compensate for thermal losses?
What must be considered when calculating the ice necessary to compensate for thermal losses?
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How do microbial invasions affect the storage of fish fillets compared to whole fish?
How do microbial invasions affect the storage of fish fillets compared to whole fish?
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What should fish processing plants standardize to ensure effective cooling and warming up trials?
What should fish processing plants standardize to ensure effective cooling and warming up trials?
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What is one practical outcome of conducting cooling and warming-up trials on actual fish handling conditions?
What is one practical outcome of conducting cooling and warming-up trials on actual fish handling conditions?
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What are some local materials that can be used to create artisanal fish containers?
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What is one major drawback of using artisanally produced insulated containers?
What is one major drawback of using artisanally produced insulated containers?
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How do 'insulated pillows' function in artisanal fish containers?
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Why is mechanical production of ice a challenge in developing countries?
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What economic challenge does ice present for artisanal fisheries in developing countries?
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What happens to insulating materials like straw or cotton when exposed to moisture?
What happens to insulating materials like straw or cotton when exposed to moisture?
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What is the purpose of using a waterproof plastic bag in artisanal containers?
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How does the cost of ice compare in developed versus developing countries?
How does the cost of ice compare in developed versus developing countries?
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What is the ideal ratio of ice to fish for effective chilling in some contexts?
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Why might snapper be more commonly chilled with ice than small pelagics in some regions?
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What maintenance challenges do ice plants face in developing countries?
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What is one way to prevent punctures in the insulation of artisanal containers?
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What kind of fish handling equipment is needed for a proper cold chain system?
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What is a critical factor to consider when selecting insulation material for fish containers?
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What are two economic aspects that need to be considered when producing and utilizing ice sustainably?
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How does the introduction of ice impact the storage and distribution of fish?
How does the introduction of ice impact the storage and distribution of fish?
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What average consumption of ice was estimated in the Cuban fishery industry per kilogram of fish handled?
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Why might consumers prefer to see fish presented without ice?
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What is a critical consideration for producing ice in developing countries facing energy problems?
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What should be done to ensure efficient operation of ice plants and proper handling of ice and fish?
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How do economic concerns differ between fish handling technologies in developed and developing countries?
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What factor influences the high ice price in developed countries?
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What can happen if ice is introduced into fish handling systems unaccustomed to using it?
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What is a critical aspect of introducing a market for iced fish in locations where it does not exist?
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What role does proper technology play in modern catch handling practices?
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How does the perception of iced fish affect its market success?
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What main concern exists regarding the training of technical personnel in developing countries?
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What is the main economic issue faced by developing countries concerning fresh fish handling?
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What is the approximate gutting speed for round fish using machines for fish lengths up to 52 cm?
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How does the gutting speed of the new machine compare to traditional hand-gutting methods?
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What is a major disadvantage of using existing gutting machines that use a circular saw blade?
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What is the speed of gutting flatfish using a newly developed machine?
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What is one key advantage of boxing over shelf storage for demersal fish?
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What method is noted as enhancing temperature control better than boxing?
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What is the primary function of Refrigerated Sea Water (RSW) systems introduced in the 1960s?
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What is the ideal chilling temperature that fish must reach within four hours using RSW systems?
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What innovative method is employed in CSW systems for chilling fish?
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What specific chilling rate is suggested to maintain fish temperature until unloading?
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What is one challenge associated with using seawater to produce ice?
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What design consideration can maximize the space efficiency of stack-only boxes?
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What changes occurred in fish handling practices as cities demanded safer and higher quality fish products?
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What is a key environmental requirement for effective RSW systems?
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Why is excessive handling during unloading detrimental to fish quality?
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How did the introduction of insulated containers benefit artisanal fishermen?
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Why is it significant that post-harvest losses increased as fishing practices evolved?
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What operational change is anticipated in the future for demersal fisheries regarding unit operations?
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What role do middlemen and fish processors play in modern artisanal fishing?
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How do large insulated fish containers compare to smaller ones in terms of efficiency?
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What are some challenges faced by artisanal fishermen when using large insulated containers?
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What improvements did the introduction of ice bring to fish handling in artisanal fisheries?
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Why might small insulated containers be less favorable for fishermen?
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What two countries are mentioned concerning the use of insulated containers at the artisanal level?
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What impact does urbanization have on fishing practices in developing countries?
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How did fishing practices change in response to increased competition from industrial fishing?
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What role does collective knowledge play in adopting insulated containers among fishermen?
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What potential health hazards arise from improper fish handling post-catch?
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In what way did the arrival of fishing technology impact the economic dynamics of artisanal fishing?
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What factors determine the method and sequence of operations in catch handling?
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What is the function of the P/V pump in fish catch handling?
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Why is prechilling important when handling pelagic fish?
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Describe a common practice for sorting or grading pelagic fish on board vessels.
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What ergonomic precautions are suggested for workers handling gillnet catches?
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What is the purpose of using an elevator or P/V pump in chilling tanks?
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Why might manual sorting be necessary before automatic grading for certain fisheries?
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What is a potential downside of using a single P/V tank in fish handling?
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How does bleeding and gutting fish immediately after capture affect seafood quality?
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What role does the raised bottom design of pounds play in fish handling?
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Explain the significance of even feeding in the grading process of pelagic fish.
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What method is commonly used for transferring fish from the fishing gear to the vessel?
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How does sorting by size affect the marketability of pelagic fish?
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What is the recommended amount of ice to start loading a CSW tank when sea temperature is around 12-14°C?
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How does air agitation in the CSW tank contribute to temperature management?
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What method is used for unloading fish that are packed in layers up to 1 m height?
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During what intervals is air forced through the mixed fish and ice in the CSW tank after it is full?
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What is one disadvantage of using portable CSW containers for pelagic fish handling?
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What is a proven rule-of-thumb for estimating necessary ice quantities in a CSW tank system?
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Why might the ice be bulk-stored in the forward hold of a vessel?
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What is the typical unloading rate achieved by Swedish boats using hydraulic cranes?
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What is the significance of conducting meltage tests on containers filled with ice?
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How do the CSW 'Champagne' systems differ in application based on vessel size?
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What is the primary purpose of reducing the metabolic rates of live fish before consumption?
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Which of the following best describes a common method of transporting live fish in artisanal fisheries?
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What is the role of holding basins in fish culture companies?
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What is a primary challenge in using seawater to produce ice for fish preservation?
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Which of the following fish species is commonly mentioned in live fish handling practices in the Amazonian basin?
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How does the use of ice improve fresh fish handling economics?
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What happens to live fish when they are placed in a container to starve before consumption?
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Which of the following factors is essential for live fish survival during transportation?
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What effect does water have on color pigments in fish skin?
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What is the latent heat of fusion of ice per kilogram?
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Why is drainage of ice meltwater considered advisable?
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What is the process of keeping fish below 0°C but above freezing point called?
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How does seawater ice compare to freshwater ice in terms of melting temperature?
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What advantage does ice offer in terms of temperature consistency during fish storage?
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What is a disadvantage of using ice made from seawater?
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Why is it important to assess the permanence of fish in chilled seawater?
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What primary role does insulation play in fish handling with ice?
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What is the primary concern when using untreated freshwater to produce ice?
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What happens during the process of mechanical refrigeration that differs from ice melting?
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Fresh Fish Handling Methods
- Fresh fish consumption is historically preferred due to rapid spoilage, necessitating preservation methods.
- Live fish handling keeps fish fresh until consumption; practiced in China for over three millennia.
- To maintain alive fish, they are conditioned in clean water, with unhealthy specimens removed, and are starved to reduce metabolic rate.
- Lower metabolic rates decrease toxicity in water, facilitating higher packing densities.
- Live fish can be kept in holding basins equipped with oxygen control and temperature management or simple methods like woven baskets in rivers.
- Transportation of live fish ranges from high-tech trucks to artisanal methods using plastic bags.
- Various species, including salmon, eel, tilapia, and shrimp, can be transported alive, but care must be taken according to species requirements.
- The lungfish can survive prolonged out of water if kept moist, showcasing species-specific handling needs.
- Recent advancements include transporting fish in a hibernation state, reducing metabolism and increasing survival rates during transport.
- Historical use of ice for fish preservation dates back over 3,000 years, now enhanced by modern refrigeration technologies.
Benefits of Icing Fish
- Temperature Reduction: Cooling fish to around 0°C limits growth of spoilage microorganisms and extends freshness by slowing enzymatic activity.
- Moisture Maintenance: Melting ice helps prevent dehydration, maintaining weight and chilling efficiency via water's heat conductivity. Quick icing minimizes spoilage.
- Cooling Capacity: Ice has a significant cooling capacity (80 kcal/kg), allowing efficient temperature reduction for fish.
- Self-Contained System: Ice melting offers a constant temperature control mechanism, unlike mechanical refrigeration that can exhibit gradients.
- Convenience and Availability: Ice is portable, produced widely, inexpensive when properly managed, and safe for food when handled appropriately.
- Shelf Life Extension: Icing significantly extends the shelf life of fish, making it a crucial practice for maintaining fish quality for trade.
Types of Ice
- Ice comes in various shapes: flake, plate, tube, and block. Each type has specific cooling capacities and application advantages.
- Flake ice distributes easily without causing mechanical damage, allowing for quick chilling, but takes up more volume.
- Block ice needs less space and melts slower, making it favorable for artisanal fishermen but less versatile in distribution.
- Crushed ice poses risks of sharp edges damaging fish but can chill quickly by melting on surface contact.
- Cooling rates depend on the surface area exposed to ice or iced water, influencing efficacy in temperature management.
Handling and Cooling Rates
- Effective fish cooling relies heavily on the surface area exposed to ice, with larger surfaces facilitating faster temperature drops.
- The importance of quick cooling underscores the need for proper handling techniques in both artisanal and industrial fisheries to enhance fish quality and sustainability.### Cooling Rates of Fish
- Cooling rates of fish are influenced by the surface area relative to weight: larger area per weight leads to quicker cooling.
- Thicker fish cool slower compared to smaller species like shrimp or sardines, which cool rapidly if handled properly.
- Large fish, like tuna and sharks, require longer cooling times due to their fat layers and thick skin; gutting and placing ice inside is advisable for effective cooling.
- Chilled sea water (CSW) can help remove urea from shark muscle during cooling.
Methods of Cooling
- Chilled water (CW) and CSW are the most effective methods to chill fish rapidly.
- Crushed block ice and tube ice show varying cooling efficiency based on ice-to-fish contact and melt-water flow.
- Critically low temperatures should be achieved within specified time limits (e.g., 4.5°C in thermal center within 4 hours) for food safety under HACCP guidelines.
Warming Rates of Fish
- Small fish warm up more quickly than large fish due to lower volume-to-surface area ratios.
- Monitoring warming rates is crucial in HACCP to set critical limits for fish handling without adequate cooling.
Ice Consumption for Cooling
- Ice required for cooling fish to 0°C can be calculated based on specific heat capacity (~0.8 kcal/kg·°C for lean fish).
- Fatty fish theoretically require less ice than lean fish but are better calculated as lean for safety.
- Actual ice use often exceeds calculated needs due to thermal losses and handling, especially in tropical conditions.
Factors Affecting Ice Consumption
- Thermal losses are influenced by container conditions including its size, shape, and material, with significant losses in non-insulated boxes.
- Meltage tests can provide practical data on ice requirements and efficiency of containers.
- Ice consumption can increase dramatically when containers are exposed to sunlight, with plastic boxes consuming 2.75 times more ice in direct sun than in shade.
Effects of Container Stacking and Insulation
- Boxes stacked vertically experience variable melt rates; those on top will lose more ice than those at the bottom.
- Insulated containers significantly reduce ice consumption, especially in chill rooms.
Artisanal Fisheries Overview
- Artisanal fisheries, common in both developed and developing regions, handle relatively small quantities of fish, typically with short fishing journeys.
- Urbanization and demand for quality fish have transformed practices; previously, fish were sold fresh within hours of catch without ice.
- Increased competition and distance from market necessitate better handling techniques, including the use of ice, and longer fishing trips have led to declines in fish freshness if not managed properly.### Fish Spoilage and Safety
- Increased exposure of un-iced fish to ambient temperatures can lead to spoilage within 13-19 hours.
- Spoilage includes health risks such as the development of C. botulinum toxin and histamine formation.
- Post-harvest losses of Nile perch in Uganda reach 25-30% from total catch at the artisanal level.
Improved Fish Handling Techniques
- Introduction of ice, better handling methods, and insulated containers are vital for fish preservation.
- Successful examples include insulated containers on "navas" in Kakinada, India, and Senegal’s pirogue fleet.
- Insulated containers tailored to fishing conditions can significantly enhance fish quality.
Artisanal Insulated Containers
- Artisanal fish containers are often constructed from locally available materials to reduce costs.
- Issues arise with insulation materials like sawdust and straw, as moisture can diminish insulation properties.
- "Insulated pillows" concept involves placing insulating material in sealed plastic tubes to maintain functionality.
Challenges with Ice Use in Fish Handling
- Mechanically produced ice is often unaffordable in developing countries due to high energy requirements.
- The economic context dictates ice cost; it can represent a significant increase in fish prices compared to developed countries.
- Practical constraints impact adoption of ice systems, leading to increased storage, handling weight, and labor requirements.
Economic and Technical Considerations
- Low wage costs in developing countries do not offset the high costs of ice, creating a disincentive for ice use in fish handling.
- Fish handling technologies vary between developed and developing nations; the latter may prioritize reducing ice consumption over automation.
- Training of personnel is critical for efficient operation of ice plants and fish handling systems, but often lacking.
Market Perceptions and Consumer Behavior
- Consumers may view iced fish as less fresh, affecting market dynamics for chilled products.
- Creation of demand for iced fish requires marketing efforts and consumer education to emphasize its quality.
Modern Catch Handling in Industrial Fisheries
- Modern handling aims to reduce heavy lifting and improve efficiency through better equipment.
- Various methods used for transferring catch depend on fish species, fishing gear, vessel size, and market needs.
- P/V pumps have become popular for gently transferring fish and water, though they operate at a lower capacity.
Pre-chilling Techniques
- Pre-chilling fish with ice or Refrigerated Sea Water (RSW) is essential to maintain quality before handling.
- Efficient systems are crucial to managing large catches, particularly with delicate pelagic species susceptible to damage.
Fresh Fish Handling Methods
- Fresh fish consumption is historically preferred due to rapid spoilage, necessitating preservation methods.
- Live fish handling keeps fish fresh until consumption; practiced in China for over three millennia.
- To maintain alive fish, they are conditioned in clean water, with unhealthy specimens removed, and are starved to reduce metabolic rate.
- Lower metabolic rates decrease toxicity in water, facilitating higher packing densities.
- Live fish can be kept in holding basins equipped with oxygen control and temperature management or simple methods like woven baskets in rivers.
- Transportation of live fish ranges from high-tech trucks to artisanal methods using plastic bags.
- Various species, including salmon, eel, tilapia, and shrimp, can be transported alive, but care must be taken according to species requirements.
- The lungfish can survive prolonged out of water if kept moist, showcasing species-specific handling needs.
- Recent advancements include transporting fish in a hibernation state, reducing metabolism and increasing survival rates during transport.
- Historical use of ice for fish preservation dates back over 3,000 years, now enhanced by modern refrigeration technologies.
Benefits of Icing Fish
- Temperature Reduction: Cooling fish to around 0°C limits growth of spoilage microorganisms and extends freshness by slowing enzymatic activity.
- Moisture Maintenance: Melting ice helps prevent dehydration, maintaining weight and chilling efficiency via water's heat conductivity. Quick icing minimizes spoilage.
- Cooling Capacity: Ice has a significant cooling capacity (80 kcal/kg), allowing efficient temperature reduction for fish.
- Self-Contained System: Ice melting offers a constant temperature control mechanism, unlike mechanical refrigeration that can exhibit gradients.
- Convenience and Availability: Ice is portable, produced widely, inexpensive when properly managed, and safe for food when handled appropriately.
- Shelf Life Extension: Icing significantly extends the shelf life of fish, making it a crucial practice for maintaining fish quality for trade.
Types of Ice
- Ice comes in various shapes: flake, plate, tube, and block. Each type has specific cooling capacities and application advantages.
- Flake ice distributes easily without causing mechanical damage, allowing for quick chilling, but takes up more volume.
- Block ice needs less space and melts slower, making it favorable for artisanal fishermen but less versatile in distribution.
- Crushed ice poses risks of sharp edges damaging fish but can chill quickly by melting on surface contact.
- Cooling rates depend on the surface area exposed to ice or iced water, influencing efficacy in temperature management.
Handling and Cooling Rates
- Effective fish cooling relies heavily on the surface area exposed to ice, with larger surfaces facilitating faster temperature drops.
- The importance of quick cooling underscores the need for proper handling techniques in both artisanal and industrial fisheries to enhance fish quality and sustainability.### Cooling Rates of Fish
- Cooling rates of fish are influenced by the surface area relative to weight: larger area per weight leads to quicker cooling.
- Thicker fish cool slower compared to smaller species like shrimp or sardines, which cool rapidly if handled properly.
- Large fish, like tuna and sharks, require longer cooling times due to their fat layers and thick skin; gutting and placing ice inside is advisable for effective cooling.
- Chilled sea water (CSW) can help remove urea from shark muscle during cooling.
Methods of Cooling
- Chilled water (CW) and CSW are the most effective methods to chill fish rapidly.
- Crushed block ice and tube ice show varying cooling efficiency based on ice-to-fish contact and melt-water flow.
- Critically low temperatures should be achieved within specified time limits (e.g., 4.5°C in thermal center within 4 hours) for food safety under HACCP guidelines.
Warming Rates of Fish
- Small fish warm up more quickly than large fish due to lower volume-to-surface area ratios.
- Monitoring warming rates is crucial in HACCP to set critical limits for fish handling without adequate cooling.
Ice Consumption for Cooling
- Ice required for cooling fish to 0°C can be calculated based on specific heat capacity (~0.8 kcal/kg·°C for lean fish).
- Fatty fish theoretically require less ice than lean fish but are better calculated as lean for safety.
- Actual ice use often exceeds calculated needs due to thermal losses and handling, especially in tropical conditions.
Factors Affecting Ice Consumption
- Thermal losses are influenced by container conditions including its size, shape, and material, with significant losses in non-insulated boxes.
- Meltage tests can provide practical data on ice requirements and efficiency of containers.
- Ice consumption can increase dramatically when containers are exposed to sunlight, with plastic boxes consuming 2.75 times more ice in direct sun than in shade.
Effects of Container Stacking and Insulation
- Boxes stacked vertically experience variable melt rates; those on top will lose more ice than those at the bottom.
- Insulated containers significantly reduce ice consumption, especially in chill rooms.
Artisanal Fisheries Overview
- Artisanal fisheries, common in both developed and developing regions, handle relatively small quantities of fish, typically with short fishing journeys.
- Urbanization and demand for quality fish have transformed practices; previously, fish were sold fresh within hours of catch without ice.
- Increased competition and distance from market necessitate better handling techniques, including the use of ice, and longer fishing trips have led to declines in fish freshness if not managed properly.### Fish Spoilage and Safety
- Increased exposure of un-iced fish to ambient temperatures can lead to spoilage within 13-19 hours.
- Spoilage includes health risks such as the development of C. botulinum toxin and histamine formation.
- Post-harvest losses of Nile perch in Uganda reach 25-30% from total catch at the artisanal level.
Improved Fish Handling Techniques
- Introduction of ice, better handling methods, and insulated containers are vital for fish preservation.
- Successful examples include insulated containers on "navas" in Kakinada, India, and Senegal’s pirogue fleet.
- Insulated containers tailored to fishing conditions can significantly enhance fish quality.
Artisanal Insulated Containers
- Artisanal fish containers are often constructed from locally available materials to reduce costs.
- Issues arise with insulation materials like sawdust and straw, as moisture can diminish insulation properties.
- "Insulated pillows" concept involves placing insulating material in sealed plastic tubes to maintain functionality.
Challenges with Ice Use in Fish Handling
- Mechanically produced ice is often unaffordable in developing countries due to high energy requirements.
- The economic context dictates ice cost; it can represent a significant increase in fish prices compared to developed countries.
- Practical constraints impact adoption of ice systems, leading to increased storage, handling weight, and labor requirements.
Economic and Technical Considerations
- Low wage costs in developing countries do not offset the high costs of ice, creating a disincentive for ice use in fish handling.
- Fish handling technologies vary between developed and developing nations; the latter may prioritize reducing ice consumption over automation.
- Training of personnel is critical for efficient operation of ice plants and fish handling systems, but often lacking.
Market Perceptions and Consumer Behavior
- Consumers may view iced fish as less fresh, affecting market dynamics for chilled products.
- Creation of demand for iced fish requires marketing efforts and consumer education to emphasize its quality.
Modern Catch Handling in Industrial Fisheries
- Modern handling aims to reduce heavy lifting and improve efficiency through better equipment.
- Various methods used for transferring catch depend on fish species, fishing gear, vessel size, and market needs.
- P/V pumps have become popular for gently transferring fish and water, though they operate at a lower capacity.
Pre-chilling Techniques
- Pre-chilling fish with ice or Refrigerated Sea Water (RSW) is essential to maintain quality before handling.
- Efficient systems are crucial to managing large catches, particularly with delicate pelagic species susceptible to damage.
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This quiz covers essential techniques for improving fresh fish handling, including the basics of using ice and best practices in both artisanal and industrial fisheries. Understanding these methods is crucial for prolonging the freshness and quality of fish products.