Mooney C. The Chemistry of Food 2021

Textbook in PDF format

In The Chemistry of Food, middle school readers learn the science behind the food they love to eat as they explore the chemistry within the meal, how nutrition works, what creates flavor, and why texture is important. What better place to learn the fundamentals of chemistry than in the kitchen? This book offers detailed explanations of five ways chemistry is part of the food they eat. Hands-on, science-minded investigations, links to online resources and media, career connections, and text-to-world questions all create a delicious learning experience for ages 12 to 15. Plus recipes!
Introduction
The Chemicals in Our Food
Cooking: A Chemical Reaction
Nutrition: What Makes Food Healthy?
Flavor: Mixing It Up
Texture: What Food Feels Like