FOOD TECH MIDTERM

1. 1. Which method involves drawing water out of food using salt or sugar?

• Smoking

• Drying

• Curing

• Pickling

Answer explanation

Curing draws water out of food through osmosis by using salt or sugar, helping to inhibit microbial growth.

2. 2. Which of the following is a bactericidal method?

• Freezing

• Refrigeration

• Salting

• Pasteurization

Answer explanation

This is a bactericidal method because it kills harmful bacteria through heat, especially in milk and juices.

3. 3. What is the safe temperature range where food should not be kept for too long?

• 0°C–100°C

• 5°C–60°C

• -18°C–0°C

• 100°C–120°C

Answer explanation

• Known as the Danger Zone, this is the temperature range where bacteria grow fastest.

4. 4. What type of fermentation is used to produce vinegar?

• Alcoholic

• Lactic acid

• Acetic acid

• Enzymatic

Answer explanation

Acetic acid fermentation converts alcohol into acetic acid, producing vinegar.

5. 5. Which food preservation method adds both flavor and protection using smoke?

• Dehydration

• Pickling

• Fermentation

• Smoking

Answer explanation

Smoking both flavors and preserves food. It can be hot (cooking) or cold (just flavoring).

6. 6. Which equipment is used to grind meat into smaller pieces?

• Meat grinder

• Cabinet dryer

• Sausage stuffer

• Frying vat

Answer explanation

• Used to break down meat into finer pieces for processing.

7. 7. What tool is used to seal plastic bags or pouches with heat?

• Jack lifter

• Impulse sealer

• Sterilizer

• Bottle capper

Answer explanation

Seals plastic by applying brief, localized heat to melt the plastic together.

8. 8. What is the main purpose of a fermentation vat?

• Store canned food

• Seal jars

• Control temperature

• Allow fermentation under controlled conditions

Answer explanation

• Fermentation vats are designed to maintain proper temperature and environment.

9. 9. Which equipment is essential for making sausages?

• Can sealer

• Oven

• Sausage stuffer

• Cabinet dryer

Answer explanation

Specifically designed to fill sausage casings.

10. 10. Which equipment is primarily used for dehydration?

• Refrigerator

• Cabinet dryer

• Burner stove

• Impulse sealer

Answer explanation

Used to remove moisture from food, key in dehydration.