Food Chemistry: Composition, Nutrients and Chemical Reactions
This document presents an introduction to the chemistry of food and its major components. It covers the chemical structure and functions of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water. It also explains various chemical reactions that occur during cooking, processing, storage, and preservation of food. These notes help students understand the relationship between food chemistry, nutrition, quality, flavour, colour, texture, and food safety.
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- School year
- 1
- Uploaded on
- September 28, 2026
- Number of pages
- 1
- Written in
- 2026/2027
- Type
- Class notes
- Professor(s)
- James
- Contains
- All classes