1. Food Science 12 Ms. McGrath
Why Study Food Science?
Food Science 12
Ms. McGrath

2. Why Study Food Science? Define the following important terms:
biodiversity
entrepreneurs
entry-level jobs
integrated pest management
sustainable farming

3. Why Study Food Science? 1. Personal Benefits protecting your health
understanding food safety
gaining practical skills
exploring careers

4. Why Study Food Science? 2. Social impacts food for the world’s people
public health and safety
effects on families

5. Why Study Food Science?
3. Environmental Impact
sustainable farming

6. Why Study Food Science? Questions to consider in a group:
Storing food has economical, health and safety advantages. What would those advantages be?
Housing developments and apartment complexes keep springing up in order to accommodate an ever-growing population. How does this affect the food supply? What other effects does an increasing population have on people and communities?
Since hunger is a problem in the world, food waste deeply concerns many people. Waste can be managed on both a large and small scale – by the food industry and in personal lives. What steps could be taken in each?