Quiz on Principles of Food Processing

Which of the following is NOT considered a biological hazard in food processing?

• Parasites

• Bacteria

• Viruses

• Pesticides

What is the largest component of food and beverage manufacturing in the US as of 2011?

• Dairy

• Meat processing

• Fruits and vegetables

• Beverages

What does primary processing ensure about food products?

• They are flavored

• They are frozen

• They are packaged

• They are ready for consumption

Which of the following is an example of secondary processing?

• Baking a pie

• Canning vegetables

• Peeling an apple

• Slicing bread

What is the role of heat transfer in food processing?

• To cool food products

• To destroy microorganisms

• To increase food weight

• To enhance color

Which mode of heat transfer occurs within solid foods?

• Conduction

• Radiation

• Convection

• Evaporation

What is mass transfer primarily concerned with?

• Heat distribution

• Ingredient mixing

• Migration of components

• Food packaging

What type of pump is commonly used for transporting fluids in food processing?

• Centrifugal pump

• Positive displacement pump

• Vacuum pump

• Screw pump

What is the main purpose of mixing in food processing?

• To increase shelf life

• To reduce size

• To enhance flavor

• To achieve uniformity

Which of the following is a method of size adjustment in food processing?

• Filtration

• Evaporation

• Homogenization

• Fermentation