Fundamentals of Food Science and Technology Quiz

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What is food science?

The study of functional foods and their health benefits
The application of food science to food processing
The study of the physical, biological, and chemical makeup of food (correct)
The study of food distribution and marketing

What is the primary focus of food technology?

Promotion of functional foods for health benefits
Application of food science to the selection, preservation, processing, packaging, distribution, and use of safe food (correct)
Development of new food products with unique flavors
Exploration of nutritional value in different types of foods

What are functional foods?

Foods that are processed using advanced technology
Foods that are genetically modified for better shelf life
Foods with enhanced appearance and flavor
Foods that promote health beyond providing basic nutrition (correct)

What does food safety imply?

<p>Absence or acceptable and safe levels of contaminants, adulterants, naturally occurring toxins or any other substance that may make food injurious to health (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does food quality include besides safety?

<p>Nutritional value; organoleptic properties such as appearance colour, texture, taste; and functional properties. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers