Fost 337: Sugarcane Technology Question Paper
Fost 337: Sugarcane Technology
Course:Bachelor Of Science In Food And Science Technology
Institution: Egerton University question papers
Exam Year:2008
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1. Explain the meaning of the following terms in the processing of sugar. (10 Marks)
a. Fibre
b. Ratoon cane
c. Caster sugar
d. Saccharimeter
e. Non-centrifugal sugars
2.(a) Describe the variety of by-products which result from the milling of sugarcane
indicating their uses. (5 Marks)
(b) Describe two methods used to control particulate emissions in a sugar factory. (5 Marks)
3.(a) Discuss the general systems for initiating crystals which are recognized. (6 Marks)
(b) Briefly explain the factors which influence the crystallization process. (4 Marks)
4.(a) What is dextran and how is it formed? (3 Marks)
(b) Discuss the problems associated with dextran contamination in both in the sugar
factory and the refinery. (7 Marks)
5. Describe the areas of scientific research in sugarcane technology indicating the
problem area and objectives. (10 Marks)
6. Discuss the key steps involved in sugarcane processing within the factory from
reception to bagging. (20 marks)
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