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The chocolate challenge
Quantitative sensory evaluation of food
Summary
Students use quantitative techniques to compare the taste and other properties of different brands of chocolate. The same principles can also be applied to other types of food.
Educational objectives
Students will gain experience and understanding of some of the sensory evaluation techniques used in the food industry.
Pre-knowledge and skills required by students
None.
Time taken in lesson
60 minutes
Preparation time
60 minutes
Specialist equipment and materials required
Chocolate samples: you need at least three different types to compare.
Context where originally used
With a wide range of ages, including younger children in the UK.
Additional information
None.
Author
John Schollar
Author's address
NCBE, Science and Technology Centre
University of Reading
Earley Gate
Reading
RG6 6BZ
Copyright HOLDER(S)
Copyright © John Schollar 2006
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