Chapter 17 + 18 Flashcards
1
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What is connective tissue?
A
- Tough / chewy
- White / grey colour
- Structure between muscle fibre
- Consists of protein and collagen
2
Q
What is a tendon?
A
Strong developed connective tissue
3
Q
What is muscle tissue?
A
To a large extent are next to each other. Also called grain of flesh. Different muscle tissues are bound together with connective tissue and is called muscle bundles
4
Q
What is adipose tissue?
A
- Subcutaneous fat = bacon
- Only when a cow matures, then adipose is formed
5
Q
What are 4 Halal characteristics?
A
- Strict cleaning procedures
- Animals killed by hand
- Slaughtered without sedations
- Slaughtered facing mecca
6
Q
What are 3 requirements of organic livestock?
A
- no genetically modified products
- no artificial fragrances, colours, flavours, and preserves
- No growth promoters or veterinary drugs
7
Q
What is Biologic Dynamic meat?
A
- Living conditions are fully adapted to the animal
- Light, air and freedom of movement
- Based on astrological calendar
- Sick animals get herbal medicine
8
Q
What are three characteristics of Wagyu beef?
A
- from Japan
- Marbling is high
- Tender and juicy
