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UNIT 3 - LESSON 2 - Standard Measurement and Conversion (FOOD Processing)

This lesson covers standard measurement devices and units as well as conversions between units. It discusses common measuring tools like measuring cups, spoons, and scales used to measure ingredients. Standard measurements include teaspoons, tablespoons, ounces, pounds, cups, pints and gallons. Conversion tables provide equivalents between units like ounces and grams, and fluid ounces and milliliters to allow for accurate measurement in different systems.

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UNIT 3 - LESSON 2 - Standard Measurement and Conversion (FOOD Processing)

This lesson covers standard measurement devices and units as well as conversions between units. It discusses common measuring tools like measuring cups, spoons, and scales used to measure ingredients. Standard measurements include teaspoons, tablespoons, ounces, pounds, cups, pints and gallons. Conversion tables provide equivalents between units like ounces and grams, and fluid ounces and milliliters to allow for accurate measurement in different systems.

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LESSON 2: Standard Measurements and Conversion

Introduction

Measuring the weight and volume of ingredients is integral not only in achieving the desired flavor but
also in ensuring the consistency of products sold to the market. Measuring ingredients also guarantees
that the amount of ingredients in a product is within health standards.

This lesson will cover the standard measuring devices and instruments for weight and volume. It will also
discuss the common measurements in food processing as well as weight and volume conversions.

TOPIC 1: Standard Measuring Devices and Instruments

Measuring glass – a transparent cup with marker lines used to measure


liquid ingredients.1

Measuring cups – set of marked cups used to measure dry


ingredients such as sugar and flour. They are either made of plastic, aluminum, or
stainless steel. Each cup in the set measures a specific amount as indicated on its
handle.

Measuring spoons – a set of spoons used to measure small


amounts of ingredients. Each spoon in the set measures a specific amount as
indicated on its handle.

Weighing scale – used for measuring ingredients as well as for


portioning products for service.
TOPIC 2: Measurements and Conversion

Common Measurements in Food Processing

MEASUREMENT EQUIVALENT

Pinch ⅛ tsp

1 tbsp 3 tsp

2 tbsp 1 oz

4 tbsp ¼ cup

8 tbsp ½ cup

12 tbsp ¾ cup

16 tbsp 1 cup

1 cup of liquid ½ pint

2 cups of liquid 1 pint

4 cups of liquid 1 quart/1 liter

2 pints of liquid 1 quart

4 cups of liquid 1 quart/ 1 liter

2 pints of liquid 1 quart

4 quarts 1 gallon

16 ounces 1 pound

1 pound 454 grams

Weight and Volume Conversions

Weight ounces (net wt. oz) are used in measuring dry food while

volume ounces (net fl oz) are used in measuring fluid substances and food products. When products are
labeled in
grams (g) and milliliters (mL), knowledge of weight and volume conversions might come in handy.

Weight Conversion

To convert ounces to grams, multiply the number of ounces by 28.35

¼ oz 7g

½ oz 14 g

1 oz 28 gZ

4 oz (¼ lb) 113 g

8 oz (½ lb) 227 g

16 oz (1 lb) 454 g

24 oz (1 ½ lb) 680 g

32 oz (2 lbs) 907 g

40 oz (2 ½ lbs) 1.13 kg

48 oz (3 lbs) 1.36 kg

Volume Conversion

To convert fluid ounces to milliliters, multiply the number (fl oz) by 30

1 tsp (⅙ fl oz) 5 ml

1 tbsp (½ fl oz) 15 ml

2 tbsp (1 fl oz) 30 ml

1 cup 8 fl oz) 240 ml

1 pint (16 fl oz) 480 ml

1 qt (32 fl oz) 960 ml

1 gallon (128 fl oz) 3. 84 L

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