Food Preservation By Storage At Low Temperature Flashcards
1
Q
Does this kill all microbes?
A
No it kills some microbes but stops microbes from reproducing rapidly.
2
Q
What has modern refrigeration and freezing equipment made possible?
A
To transport and store perishable food for long periods of time.
3
Q
What has improved quality of the diet of humans and the variety of foods available?
A
Refrigeration trucks, ship’s storage vaults and the home refrigerator and freezer.
4
Q
What did ancient people do?
A
They stored perishable foods in caves and springs where the temperatures were lower.
5
Q
At what temperature are frozen foods kept at?
A
- 20 degrees Celsius
