Key words, heat transfer Flashcards
Dextrinisation meaning
when starch molecules break down into dextrins after being exposed to dry heat
Dextrinisation examples
-toast
-biscuits
Caramelisation meaning
The browning of sugar and the change in its flavour when its heated above a certain temperature
caramelisation examples
-sauces
gelatinisation meaning
when starch particles swell and burst, thickening a liquid
gelatinisation examples
-sauces
conduction meaning
the transfer of heat energy through solids by the vibration of particles
conduction examples
-grilling steak
-grilling chicken breasts
convection meaning
the transfer of heat energy through gases or liquids by circulating currents
convection examples
aeration meaning
when air is added to a mixture to help it lighter
aeration examples
cakes
radiation meaning
the transfer of energy through waves of radiation (there’s no direct contact)
radiation examples
-sausages
-beef
glutenin and gliadin meaning
two proteins that make up gluten, found in wheat and other grains