Pasteurization Process Quiz
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Which of the following factors does NOT influence the blanching time?

  • Size of the pieces of food
  • Blanching temperature
  • Type of fruit or vegetable
  • Cooking time (correct)

    • What is the main purpose of blanching?

  • To cook the food thoroughly before further processing
  • To preserve the food for long-term storage
  • To add moisture and flavor to the food
  • To improve the quality and shelf life of fruits, vegetables, and other food items (correct)

    • What is the main advantage of using steam blanchers over hot-water blanchers?

  • Steam blanchers provide more precise temperature control (correct)
  • Steam blanchers have a higher initial cost
  • Steam blanchers lead to longer texture exposure
  • Steam blanchers have a limited capacity

    • Which of the following is a disadvantage of hot-water blanchers compared to steam blanchers?

    <p>Hot-water blanchers have a slower heating rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does blanching affect the nutritional qualities of food?

    <p>Blanching inevitably causes some changes to the nutritional qualities of food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor that can cause vitamin loss during blanching?

    <p>Moisture content of the food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does blanching affect the color and flavor of food?

    <p>Blanching can cause changes to the color and flavor of food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the pasteurization process?

    <p>To kill harmful microorganisms in food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does blanching affect the texture of food?

    <p>Blanching preserves the texture of food better than other cooking methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

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