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Term

Definition

Chapter(s)/ Source

Acceptability

implies that some criterion is applied to differentiate

7

those products that can be sold from those that cannotthe level of continued purchase or consumption by a

8/Land, 1988

specified population

Acceptance

does not imply any aspect involving a range in quality

7

in the general state of a product

actual utilization (purchase, eating) may be measured

by preference or liking for a specific item

“an experience or feature of an experience, characterized

10/Amerine et al., 1965, p. 549

by a positive (approach in a pleasant) attitude”

Intrinsic quality

associated with the product

1, 7 and 8

Extrinsic quality

associated with perception of the product within the

1, 7 and 8

handling system

Keeping quality

time the product’s quality remains acceptable during

7

storage and transport

Quality characteristics

measurable technical attributes

11/Hauser and Clausing, 1988

Shelf life

the time period a product can be expected to maintain

8

a predetermined level of quality under specified storage conditions

Table 16.2. Definitions of Terms Related to Quality Used by Chapter Authors in This Book.