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Food Processing and Technology

CBSE · Class 12 · Home Science

Summary of Food Processing and Technology for CBSE Class 12 Home Science. Key concepts, important points, and chapter overview.

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Overview

Food Processing and Technology is a vital field that transforms raw agricultural materials into safe, nutritious, and shelf-stable food products. This chapter explores the scientific principles, methods, and career opportunities in food technology, emphasizing how processing extends food shelf life,

Key Concepts

Application of basic sciences (chemistry

Application of basic sciences (chemistry, physics, biology, microbiology) to study food composition, changes during processing and storage, causes of

Set of methods and techniques used

Set of methods and techniques used to transform raw ingredients into finished or semi-finished food products. Involves converting bulky, perishable ma

Application of scientific and socio

Application of scientific and socio-economic knowledge for food production. It exploits food science knowledge and engineering to produce varied foods

Food spoilage occurs due to microorganisms

Food spoilage occurs due to microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, yeasts, molds), enzymes, physical and chemical changes, leading to deterioration of taste

Foods are classified into minimally processed

Foods are classified into minimally processed (cleaning, cutting), preserved foods (frozen, dehydrated, canned), manufactured foods (pickles, jams), f

Learning Objectives

  • Understanding the concepts of food science, food processing, and food technology
  • Learning the historical development and current status of food processing
  • Exploring the significance of food preservation in preventing spoilage
  • Understanding different food classification systems based on perishability and processing levels
  • Identifying career opportunities and educational requirements in food technology

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