Proteins Flashcards
1
Q
Protein- Food processing
A
Diverse flavour and nutritional value
2
Q
Functions
A
Gels
Emulsions
Foams
3
Q
Protein denaturation
A
When a proteins structure changes
4
Q
Factors leading to protein denaturation
A
- Heat
- pH
- Chemical
- Mechanical agitation
5
Q
Heat
A
High temps break weak protein bonds
6
Q
pH
A
Alters charges on AA residues
7
Q
Chemical
A
Interfere with the forces stabilising the protein structure
8
Q
Mechanical Agitation
A
Physical forces like mixing can cause proteins to unfold losing its shape
