Food Processing and Products

What is the main purpose of food processing?

• To decrease the nutritional value
• To preserve food and extend shelf life
• To increase food prices
• To make food taste bland

What type of food processing involves using bacteria or yeast?

• Fermentation
• Freezing
• Drying
• Canning

What is the effect of food processing on dietary fiber content?

• Increases it significantly
• Decreases it
• Has no effect
• Doubles it

Which of the following is a disadvantage of food processing?

• Extended shelf life
• Loss of some nutrients
• Enhanced flavor
• Improved texture

How does freezing help in food processing?

• By making food warmer
• By killing all bacteria
• By slowing down bacterial growth
• By increasing moisture content

Which method is commonly used for preserving fruits?

• Fermentation
• Freezing
• Canning
• Grilling

What is the primary goal of food irradiation?

• To change the flavor
• To extend shelf life
• To make food heavier
• To reduce cost

Which of the following is an example of processed food?

• Fresh apple
• Instant noodles
• Whole grain rice
• Raw meat

What does "fortified" food mean?

• Food with added nutrients
• Food that is dehydrated
• Food with reduced calories
• Food that is frozen

Which process is used to make pickles?

• Freezing
• Fermentation
• Canning
• Baking