{"product_id":"the-science-of-chocolate-rsc-paperbacks-9780854046003","title":"The Science of Chocolate (RSC Paperbacks)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Science of Chocolate (RSC Paperbacks)\u003c\/strong\u003e by Beckett, S.. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780854046003.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChocolate is available to todays consumers in a variety of colours, shapes and textures. But how many of us, as we savour our favourite brand, consider the science that has gone into its manufacture? This book describes the complete chocolate making process, from the growing of the beans to the sale in the shops. The Science of Chocolate first describes the history of this intriguing substance. Subsequent chapters cover the ingredients and processing techniques, enabling the reader to discover not only how confectionery is made but also how basic science plays a vital role with coverage of scientific principles such as latent and specific heat, Maillard reactions and enzyme processes. There is also discussion of the monitoring and controlling of the production process, and the importance, and variety, of the packaging used today. A series of experiments, which can be adapted to suit students of almost any age, is included to demonstrate the physical, chemical or mathematical principles involved. Ideal for those studying food science or about to join the confectionery industry, this mouth-watering title will also be of interest to anyone with a desire to know more about the production of the worlds favourite confectionery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Royal Society of Chemistry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44976486383669,"sku":"ByrdShop_0854046003","price":32.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780854046003_4193885f-f5c0-407d-a3c2-e371ed0e961d.jpg?v=1792561510","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-science-of-chocolate-rsc-paperbacks-9780854046003","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}