What are minimally processed foods? Enlist some of their advantages

Define the following terms based on their usefulness in the food processing:

i) Osmosis

ii) Viscosity

Sweeteners

What are the changes that occur during

i) Irradiation of meat

ii) Freezing of milk

iii) Freezing of egg

iv) Browning of canned fish

v) Storage of bread

Define shelf life. Briefly explain the methods of shelf life examination.

The study of food science and technology is vast and pervasive. Comment on this statement giving the various areas and components covered under the subject..

Enumerate the various factors influencing the heating under a microwave. Enlist any four industrial applications of microwaves.