Practice Use minimum water for boiling - 1.10.1 | Chapter 1: Food Preparation | ICSE Class 12 Home Science
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1.10.1 - Use minimum water for boiling

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Question 1

Easy

What should you avoid when boiling to preserve nutrients?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what you learned regarding nutrient loss.

Question 2

Easy

Name one benefit of using minimal water for boiling.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember the acronym N.E.F.E.

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Question 1

What is the main advantage of using minimum water while boiling?

  • A. Increased cooking time
  • B. Nutrient retention
  • C. More water usage

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about which option relates to keeping nutrients in food.

Question 2

True or False: Using more water while boiling enhances the flavor of the food.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how concentration affects taste.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a recipe that utilizes boiling as a cooking method while adhering to the principle of minimal water use. Justify your choices.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about ingredients that may require less water.

Question 2

Critically assess a conventional boiling technique regarding its water usage. Propose an alternative method that would conserve water.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Identify typical boiling methods that might waste water.

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