food science

What are the main methods of heat transfer in cooking?

Conduction, convection, and radiation.

How does protein denaturation occur?

Through heat, acids, or mechanical action, altering the protein’s structure.

What is gelatinisation?

The process where starch granules absorb liquid and swell upon heating, thickening the mixture.

What are raising agent and their types

A substance that produces gas to lighten mixtures chemical (baking powder), biological (yeast), mechanical(whisking)

How dose emulsification work in food prep

Combing two immiscible liquids (water+oil) use an emulsifier to creat a stable mix