equipping the kitchen

island

Freestanding counter, open on all sides

principal

amount of money borrowed from a lender

task lighting

bright, shadow-free light over specific work areas

the three major spaces in a typical kitchen are the _____

cold-storage center, sink center, and cooking center

what are some examples of aluminum cookware

conducts heat quickly and evenly, comparatively inexpensive, comes in a variety of finishes

peninsula

countertop extension, open on two sides and one end

the _____________ is a portion of the total purchase price of a product, you pay it right away, and it's deducted from the total price.

down payment

what has a heavy pot with a close fitting lid and is suitable for the range or oven

dutch oven

what sometimes features a glass ceramic smooth top that covers heating elements

electric range

bakeware

equipment for cooking food in an oven

cookware

equipment for cooking food on top of the range

a paring knife has a serrated or saw-tooth blade for peeling fruits and veggies

false

a service contract is a guarantee that an appliance or product will work as advertised for a specified length of time

false

copper cookware is one of the most affordable and durable types of cookware

false

large heavy equipment should be put on high shelves where it is out of reach from children

false

the main work centers of a kitchen should form a "work square" that defines the primary path of work flow

false

the standard size for kitchen base cabinets is 36 inches deep and 48 inches high

false

what small appliance uses assorted blades and discs to chop, blend, mix, and perform other specialized jobs

food processor

__________ minimizes the risk of electrical shock by providing a path for the current to travel back through the electrical system rather than through your body

grounding

when sharpening knives with a sharpening steel, you should ______

hold the knife at a 20-degree angle against the side of the steel

which measuring tools measure foods by volume

kitchen scales

what are the three most common kitchen plans

l-shaped, corridor, and u-shaped

foods generally cook fastest with what

microwave oven

convection

oven with a fan that circulates heated air to equalize temperatures

what are a few convenient options that can be added to the kitchen cabinets

roll out shelves, pullout ventilated baskets, vertical dividers

frying pans, also known as ________ vary in size and are used mainly for browning and frying foods

skillets

a ______ is a type of cookware that consists of a round pan with a removable lid

springform pan

finance charge

total amount paid for borrowing money

a smoker is a covered grill that burns aromic wood chips, flavoring food as it cooks

true

an important factor to consider when buying a major kitchen appliance is dealer reliability

true

because the combination of food, heat and moisture in kitchens can cause accidents and invite harmful bacteria, all kitchen components should be washable, moisture proof, and heatproof.

true

enamel cookware is attractive, but it chips easily

true

fridges create cold storage by means of a chemical blend called a refrigerant that circulates in refrigerator walls, compresses into a liquid and expands into a gas.

true

in a microwave oven, a magnetron tube converts energy into microwaves that are absorbed by the molecules of food, causing the molecules to vibrate and produce heat that cooks the food

true

instant read thermometers have probes w a dial or digital display and are used to check the internal temperatures of meats poultry and other foods

true

one of the disadvantages of using stone flooring in a kitchen is that it is hard to stand on for long periods.

true

the EnergyGuide label on an appliance can help you estimate its energy costs

true

the underwriters laboratories (UL) label on an electrical appliance certifies that the appliance is reasonably free from risk of fire, electric shock, and other hazards

true

some kitchen designers incorporate ___________ also known as life-span design, which makes space usable for everyone by including wider doorways, variable height work surfaces and open shelves

universal design

a ________ for a kitchen appliance is the manufacturer's guarantee that the product will perform as advertised

warranty

a _____________ is a balloon shaped mixing tool that is made of wire loops and used for stirring, beating, and whipping.

wire whisk