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What is one of the reasons why food is processed?
What is one of the reasons why food is processed?
- To reduce the need for refrigeration
- To enhance the natural flavor of food
- To make food more edible and safe for consumption (correct)
- To increase the nutritional value of food
What is the primary purpose of preserving processed food?
What is the primary purpose of preserving processed food?
- To extend the shelf life of food products (correct)
- To reduce the need for cooking
- To intensify the natural taste of food
- To increase the visual appeal of food
What is one of the key benefits of food processing in terms of safety?
What is one of the key benefits of food processing in terms of safety?
- Reduction of food's caloric content
- Enhancement of food's natural aroma
- Removal of toxins and pathogenic micro-organisms (correct)
- Increase in the food's fiber content
What role does food processing play in promoting food variety and consumer choice?
What role does food processing play in promoting food variety and consumer choice?
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What is the significance of food processing in terms of digestibility?
What is the significance of food processing in terms of digestibility?
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