exam 1 Flashcards
lAnalytical (effective) tests
Detects discernible differences–More objective than affective tests–Usually conducted by a trained pane
Discriminative tests–
Are the samples different?`
Descriptive tests–
How much do the samples differ?`
Affective (acceptance or preference) tests
–Detects preferences–Participants asked to rank products or state whether they like a product or not–Usually given to untrained consumers
Hedonic tests–
How much do you like the product?
Personal preference tests–
Which product do you prefer?
Physical tests
–Size–Shape–Weight–Volume–Density–Moisture–Texture–Viscosity
Water makes up what % of people
60-70%`
fat makes up what %
15-25%
Protein makes up what %
15%
Minerals make up what %
12%
Free water
Largest amount in foods
Bound water
Part of molecules of carbohydrates, fats, proteins
Foods have water content of
0 to 95%
Fruits and vegetables % water
70 to 95% water
Whole milk % water
80% water
Most meats % water
average just under 70%
foods with Least water:
vegetable oils and dried foods such as grains and beans
: the amount of energy required to raise 1 kilogram of water 1°C
Kilocalorie
the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of a substance 1°C
Specific Heat:
Addition of ______ lowers the freezing point
solutes