15.3 - Chemicals in Food
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Practice Questions
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What is an artificial sweetener?
💡 Hint: Think of something that replaces sugar in your coffee.
Name one common food preservative.
💡 Hint: Think of a substance that keeps fruit juice fresh.
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What is the primary purpose of food preservatives?
💡 Hint: Why do we need to keep food edible for a longer time?
True or False: Sucralose is unstable at high temperatures.
💡 Hint: Which sweetener can you safely use in baking?
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Discuss how artificial sweeteners influence daily diets of individuals with diabetes versus health-conscious consumers.
💡 Hint: Consider the health implications of sugar consumption.
Evaluate the impact of sodium metabisulphite on the appearance and taste of dried fruits.
💡 Hint: Think about how spoilage changes the perception of food.
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