Packaging And Labelling Flashcards

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What is one function of packaging?

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Protects the food from contamination during transport and storage.

Example: Chicken is wrapped in plastic packaging and can be vacuum packed to prevent entry of salmonella.

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How does packaging make transportation easier?

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Packaging makes it easier to transport food items.

Example: Milk has a handle to allow easy carrying.

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What does packaging do to prevent oxidation?

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Packaging can keep air out, preventing oxidation that causes bad smells and tastes.

Example: Salmon can develop a bad smell if oxidized.

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How does packaging increase shelf life?

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Packaging prevents waste and spoilage by keeping microbes out.

Example: Meat is wrapped in plastic to prevent microbial entry.

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What information does packaging provide?

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Packaging provides essential information such as expiry dates and ingredients.

Example: If allergic to nuts, one can check the ingredients before buying a product.

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What is a desirable property of good packaging?

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It should be easy to open and reseal to keep microorganisms out.

This helps prevent spoilage of food.

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What are the environmental benefits of biodegradable and recyclable packaging?

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They break down naturally and do not harm sea life.

Example: Paper is biodegradable.

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What is recycling?

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The process of turning used waste materials into new products, reducing waste and saving energy.

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What are some types of packaging?

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Metal, Glass, Paper, Plastic.

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What are two types of metal packaging?

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Tin cans and Aluminium cans.

Example: Beans are often in tin cans, while coke is in aluminium cans.

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What is an advantage of metal packaging?

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It is coated with plastic to prevent food from reacting with the metal.

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What is a disadvantage of metal packaging?

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If dropped, a dent may occur, allowing air in and causing oxidative rancidity.

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What is the environmental impact of metal packaging?

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Metal packaging is non-biodegradable but can be recycled, reducing waste.

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What are two types of glass packaging?

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Jars and Bottles.

Example: Jam is often in jars, while milk is in bottles.

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What is an advantage of glass packaging?

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It protects food from contamination as no microorganisms can enter.

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What is a disadvantage of glass packaging?

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Glass is heavy, leading to high transport costs and can easily break.

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What is the environmental impact of glass packaging?

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Glass can be reused and recycled, reducing energy consumption.

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What are two types of paper packaging?

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Plain paper and Cardboard.

Example: Sugar is often packaged in plain paper, while cereal boxes are made of cardboard.

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What is an advantage of paper packaging?

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It is lightweight, contributing to low transport costs.

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What is a disadvantage of paper packaging?

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It is not durable and can disintegrate when wet.

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What is the environmental impact of paper packaging?

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Paper packaging is biodegradable and recyclable.

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What are two types of plastic packaging?

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Plastic cartons and Polythene bags.

Example: Yogurt is often in plastic cartons, while pasta is in polythene bags.

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What is an advantage of plastic packaging?

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Plastic is strong and protects food from contamination.

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What is a disadvantage of plastic packaging?

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Plastic is non-biodegradable and can melt when in contact with acid.

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What is the environmental impact of plastic packaging?
Plastic is non-biodegradable and contributes to major litter issues.
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How can consumers reduce the impact of packaging on the environment?
By reducing, reusing, and recycling packaging.
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How can the government reduce the impact of packaging on the environment?
By implementing a plastic bag levy and encouraging recycling.
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How can packaging attract and inform consumers?
Through bright colors and health benefit information.
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What is Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP)?
A process where air is removed and replaced with controlled gases to slow bacterial growth. ## Footnote Example: Salad leaves in MAP.
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What is vacuum packaging?
Food is placed in an impermeable package and air is removed.
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What are the functions of food labeling?
Labels help sell products and provide information on nutritive value and allergies.
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What are the labeling regulations set by the FSAI in 2014?
Labels must be legible, indelible, written in English, and not misleading.
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What essential info must be on pre-packed food?
Ingredients in order of descending weight, % of certain ingredients, use by date, storage instructions, and origin.
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What essential info is required on non pre-packed foods?
Name of food, expiry date, origin, price per kilo, variety, and class.
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What are food claims?
Claims that must be 100% true on the label.
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What are nutritional claims?
Claims that suggest a food has particular nutritional properties. ## Footnote Example: Low fat foods.
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What are health claims?
Claims suggesting a relationship between a food and good health. ## Footnote Example: Benecol 'contributes to healthy cholesterol levels.'