Thermal Processing and Reaction Kinetics in Food Sterilization

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What is the primary purpose of thermal processing in foods?

  • Enhancing the flavor of foods
  • Reducing the nutrient content of foods
  • Preventing chemical reactions in foods
  • Inactivating microorganisms and endogenous enzymes (correct)

Which temperature range is typically used for thermal processing of foods?

  • Above 200°C
  • Between 50°C to 150°C (correct)
  • Around 30°C
  • Below 0°C

What is the main difference between pasteurization and sterilization in thermal processing?

  • Temperature range used (correct)
  • Nutrient content preservation
  • Type of food processed
  • Microbial load after processing

What does thermal reaction kinetics measure in the context of food processing?

<p>Rate at which substrate transforms into new products (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of blanching in food preparation?

<p>Inactivating enzymes in vegetables (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of water blanching?

<p>Inactivating enzymes in food products (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which blanching method involves the product being placed on a belt conveyor?

<p>Steam Blanching (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of treatment occurs during microwave blanching at 915 MHz?

<p>Loss of ascorbic acid (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key benefit of ohmic heating as mentioned in the text?

<p>Fast processing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which non-thermal processing method uses electromagnetic waves to generate heat?

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

What is the main purpose of pulsed light technology as mentioned in the text?

<p>Killing microorganisms on food surfaces (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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