Food technology Flashcards
1
Q
How was yoghurt discovered?
A
About 7000 years ago, bacteria got into stored milk and turned it thick and sour. The result product lasted longer and people liked the taste.
2
Q
What is the advantage of canned food?
A
Preserves taste and freshness
Make it last longer
3
Q
What is the job of food technologist?
A
Some of them research ways to make new food that are healthier or with newer ingredients.
Some of them invent ways to keep the food last longer and are safer to eat.
Some research and invent way to improve food production.
4
Q
What are some of the ways to make food last longer?
A
Canning, salting, jamming, pickling, drying or passing electricity through liquid foods e.g milk to kill microorganisms.
