What is the primary purpose of an MRE?

To sustain a service member in the field for a full day, providing necessary calories and nutrition.

Name three requirements that an MRE must meet.

Lightweight, non-perishable, and palatable (tasting like actual food).

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Brine technologies, compression technologies, or packaging in materials that prevent moisture and oxygen permeation.

7th GradeSocial Studies40 min

I can describe the components and purpose of a Meal, Ready-to-Eat (MRE).

7 min

How an MRE is Born: Part 1

Military Times

8 min

Key concepts students will learn:

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An MRE must sustain a service member for a full day, while remaining lightweight and non-perishable.
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War fighter feedback is obtained annually during field training exercises to determine what soldiers like and dislike about rations.
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To ensure a three year shelf life without refrigeration, MREs are packaged in materials that prevent moisture or oxygen from permeating the food.

12 min

7 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

5 min

“Describe the three main requirements an MRE must meet to be effective for service members in the field.”

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