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| Question | Answer |
| Why do we use food packaging? | Protects contents Keep food fresh Make food easier to handle and transport Improve hygiene Make contents look attractive Give information on contents, storage etc |
| What are the 6 main types of packaging? | Paper and card Glass Modified Atmosphere Packaging Plastic Polystyrene Metal |
| Properties of polystyrene | Strong, flexible, lightweight, not easily recycled, insulating |
| Properties of metal | Recyclable, strong, rigid |
| Properties of paper and card | Easily printed, lightweight, weak if wet |
| Properties of glass | Easily printed, recyclable, heavy, easily broken |
| Properties of modified atmosphere packaging | Gives longer shelf life, but once opened will go off quickly |
| What has to be included on packaging, which is a legal requirement? | Retailer Product Name Product Description Storage info. Weight Serving Suggestion Use By Nutritional info. as traffic light |
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