Exploring Aquaculture and Food Processing

What is aquaculture?

• Aquaculture is the process of purifying water for drinking and fishes.

• Aquaculture refers to the collection of wild and common fish.

• Aquaculture is the farming of aquatic organisms in controlled environments.

• Aquaculture is the study of ocean currents and fishes.

Name two types of aquaculture systems.

• Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA)

• Aquaponics Systems

• Offshore Aquaculture Systems

• Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS)

What are the main benefits of aquaculture?

• Higher costs for consumers

• Increased overfishing of wild fish stocks

• Decreased job opportunities in coastal areas

• Sustainable seafood production and reduced hunger.

What is the purpose of food processing?

• To make food less accessible

• The make food safer, more nutritious, and convenient.

• To enhance the flavor of food only

• To decrease the cost of food

Name one method of food preservation.

• Fermentation

• Freezing

• Canning

• Drying

How does aquaculture contribute to food security?

• Aquaculture primarily focuses on land-based crops.

• Aquaculture decreases the availability of freshwater resources.

• Aquaculture contributes to food security by providing a sustainable source of seafood.

• Aquaculture has no impact on local job markets.

What is the role of water quality in aquaculture?

• Water quality is essential for the health and growth of aquatic organisms in aquaculture.

• High water temperatures improve water quality in aquaculture.

• Water quality is only important for plant growth in aquaculture.

• Water quality has no impact on fish reproduction.

What is the significance of traceability in food processing?

• Traceability is only important for organic foods.

• Traceability ensures food safety and quality control.

• Traceability is irrelevant to consumer preferences.

• Traceability increases production costs without benefits.

How can aquaculture be made more sustainable?

• Expand aquaculture to all coastal areas without regulation.

• Implement sustainable feed practices and habitat restoration.

• Increase the use of antibiotics in fish farming.

• Focus solely on maximizing fish production without environmental considerations.

Name a common food processing technique used for fruits.

• Freezing

• Dehydrating

• Canning

• Fermenting