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Hardness: The relative resistance to deformation.<br />

Bite down evenly using front teeth.<br />

References: Kraft Philadelphia original cream cheese = 1<br />

Great Value sharp cheddar cheese = 4<br />

Great Value party peanuts = 13<br />

Cohesiveness of<br />

Mass: Degree to which sample holds together during mastication.<br />

Measure after 3-4 chews with molars.<br />

References: Nabisco Original Triscuit = 4<br />

General Mills Cheerio = 8<br />

Fracturability: Force with which sample breaks.<br />

Bite down evenly using front teeth until sample breaks.<br />

References: “Jiffy” prepared corn muffin = 2<br />

Graham cracker = 7<br />

Moisture absorption: Amount of saliva absorbed during mastication.<br />

Measure after 3-4 chews with molars.<br />

References: Twizzlers strawberry twist = 2<br />

Lay’s Classic potato chip = 5<br />

Pop-secret 100 calorie pop premium popcorn (Butter)<br />

popped = 7<br />

Nabisco unsalted tops premium saltine cracker = 13<br />

Grittiness: Amount of gritty particles perceived in the sample during<br />

mastication.<br />

Measure after 5-7 chews with molars.<br />

References: Post Grape Nuts = 14<br />

Tooth packing: Amount of sample packed in and between the teeth after<br />

swallowing.<br />

References: Nabisco Honey Maid graham cracker = 7<br />

Great Value party peanuts = 10<br />

Wonka Laffy Taffy candy = 15<br />

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