Food Spoilage (Junior Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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What happens when food spoilage occurs?
What happens when food spoilage occurs?
Food becomes unsafe or unpleasant to eat
What are enzymes in fruits and vegetables?
What are enzymes in fruits and vegetables?
Natural chemicals
What do enzymes cause in fruits and vegetables?
What do enzymes cause in fruits and vegetables?
Ripening, over-ripening, and rotting
How can enzymatic activity be slowed down?
How can enzymatic activity be slowed down?
Refrigeration
Why do fruits and vegetables lose moisture after harvest?
Why do fruits and vegetables lose moisture after harvest?
They no longer absorb water from soil
What happens to bread and cheese if not covered properly?
What happens to bread and cheese if not covered properly?
They dry out and shrink
What are microorganisms that cause food spoilage?
What are microorganisms that cause food spoilage?
Bacteria and fungi
What is a key difference between bacteria and moulds?
What is a key difference between bacteria and moulds?
Bacteria are invisible, moulds visible
What do sealed containers protect food from?
What do sealed containers protect food from?
Air, moisture, and pests
Can food spoilage be completely prevented?
Can food spoilage be completely prevented?
No, but it can be slowed down