foodscience
nounUK /ˈfuːd saɪəns/
US /ˈfuːd saɪəns/
Food science is the study of how food is made, kept safe, and changed by cooking or storing.
My aunt studied food science so she could invent healthier snacks.
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2. The scientific study of the composition and properties of food.
Food science explains why bread rises when you bake it.
3. The branch of science dealing with processing and preserving food.
Food science helps keep milk fresh for longer in the fridge.
4. The study of how food affects the body and health.
Food science shows which vitamins our bodies need each day.