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Food Spoilage & Food Preservation - Food Spoilage

Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Community Science (Home Science)

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Overview

Food spoilage is a natural process that makes food unsafe or unpleasant to eat. It occurs due to physical, chemical, and biological changes, primarily caused by microorganisms like bacteria, yeast, and moulds. This chapter explores the causes, types, and factors influencing food spoilage, helping us

Key Concepts

Food spoilage can occur due

Food spoilage can occur due to microbial growth (bacteria, yeast, moulds), enzymatic browning, insect infestation, chemical changes like rancidity, ph

Bacteria

Bacteria, yeast, and moulds are the main culprits. Bacteria like Pseudomonas cause slimy meat and sour milk. Yeast ferments fruit juice into alcohol.

Microbes break down food components

Microbes break down food components: carbohydrates ferment into acids and gases, proteins decompose into smelly compounds like ammonia, fats turn ranc

Intrinsic factors are natural properties

Intrinsic factors are natural properties of food like pH, moisture (water activity), nutrients, and natural antimicrobials. Extrinsic factors include

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the meaning and causes of food spoilage
  • Identify different types of spoilage and the microorganisms involved
  • Explain the role of intrinsic, extrinsic, and implicit factors in food spoilage
  • Recognize the biochemical changes in food due to microbial activity
  • Apply knowledge to real-life food storage and safety practices

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What are the important topics in Food Spoilage & Food Preservation - Food Spoilage for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Community Science (Home Science)?
Food Spoilage & Food Preservation - Food Spoilage covers several key topics that are frequently asked in Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
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Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 51 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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