Food and Science: Unraveling the Secrets of Flavor and Texture
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Number of Questions: 15 | |
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Tags: food science flavor texture culinary arts gastronomy |
Which of the following is responsible for the sweet taste of fruits and vegetables?
What is the primary component of gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye?
Which culinary technique involves immersing food in hot oil to achieve a crispy texture?
What is the scientific term for the process by which enzymes break down complex carbohydrates into simpler sugars?
Which of the following is a type of chemical reaction that occurs when food is browned, resulting in a characteristic flavor and color?
What is the primary function of salt in food preservation?
Which of the following is a type of fermentation that produces lactic acid, resulting in a sour flavor in food?
What is the term for the process by which food is broken down into smaller molecules in the digestive system?
Which of the following is a type of food additive that is used to enhance or maintain the flavor of food?
What is the scientific term for the process by which food is converted into energy in the body?
Which of the following is a type of food additive that is used to prevent or delay the oxidation of food?
What is the primary function of enzymes in food science?
Which of the following is a type of food additive that is used to thicken or stabilize food?
What is the scientific term for the process by which food is broken down into smaller molecules in the mouth by saliva?
Which of the following is a type of food additive that is used to add color to food?