Exploring Culinary Careers - Food Science

Question 1

Food science is the study of how food and cooking work.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

In academia, food science is considered a social science.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Molecular gastronomy is a blend of chefs’ art and food technology.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Food science does not lead to the development of new food products.

Answer 4

False

Question 5

Biotechnology is using synthetic processes in the manufacturing of new foods.

Answer 5

False

Question 6

Food chemistry is working with the chemical structure of foods and their chemical reactions.

Answer 6

True

Question 7

Food engineering is the study of causes and prevention of food borne illness.

Answer 7

False

Question 8

Microbiology is the study of the beneficial and detrimental interactions between microorganisms and food.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Food Science programs are not offered at the University level.

Answer 9

False

Question 10

Vacuum filters, ultrasonic water baths, and rotary evaporators are examples of technological gadgets that may be used in the study of food science.

Answer 10

True