Dhtm 056: Food Science And Technology Question Paper
Dhtm 056: Food Science And Technology
Course:Education
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2012
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
END OF 1''st ''TRIMESTER 2012 EXAMINATIONS
FACULTY : EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : EDUCATION
UNIT CODE : DHTM 056
UNIT TITLE : FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
TIME : 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS
Attempt question one and any other three questions.
Question One
Give the attributes of food fit for consumption (food quality).
(5 Marks)
In order for a food label to be viable, it should contain certain information. State this information.
(5 Marks)
Food is preserved to prevent microbial and natural decay. Discuss using examples, the various methods of preserving food.
(10 Marks)
Give the rules of hygiene in food handling.
(5 Marks)
According to the food hygiene, regulations 1990, food safety can be achieved if certain rules are observed. State these rules.
(5 Marks)
Question Two
Food poisoning may be regarded as a preventable disease that is not being prevented. Discuss the various reasons why so many incidents still occur. (10 Marks)
Question Three
There are multitude sources of food contamination that are of outstanding importance today. Briefly discuss these sources using viable examples. (10 Marks)
Question Four
Give the general rules to follow when refrigerating food.
(5 Marks)
Briefly discuss what it means to have a misbranded label.
(5 Marks)
Question Five
While using chemicals in the kitchen, there are various rules that should be observed. Give ten of these rules. (10 Marks)
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