(English Medium) ICSE Class 10 - CISCE Important Questions for Home Science

Eggs are best kept in ______.

List any two advantages of convenience food.

Mention any five ways of maintaining hygiene while handling food.

How do sugar and salt contribute to the preservation of food?

Write short notes on the Storage of semi-perishable products. (any five points)

Example of a hygroscopic substance:

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Enumerate any five uses of preserving food at home.

How does pickling help to preserve fruits, vegetables and meat?

List any five advantages of using convenience food.

Storage places in the kitchen should be ______.

Why is it important to preserve meat and its products properly?

Rohan’s dad has made apple jam. Which of the following must have been added to preserve it for a longer time?

Assertion (A): Evaporating moisture from food stuff prevents growth of microorganisms.

Reason (R): Most microorganisms cannot grow without water.

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Sam washed the eggs thoroughly before storing them two days ago. However, today, while making an omelette, he discovered that the eggs are no longer usable. In your opinion, what could be one reason for this deterioration? Additionally, how would you recommend he store them next time?

Explain any five factors to be kept in mind while storing semi-perishable food.

Tom watched his uncle preparing mango pickle. He noticed that he had put a lot of salt and spices into the vessel while cooking it. State any five ways in which these ingredients play a role in the preparation of the pickle.

Assertion [A]: Green leafy vegetables kept in the refrigerator go limp and soggy.

Reason [R]: All green leafy vegetables are rich in high content of water.

Clothes suitable for summer are ______.