Food Chemistry -Multiple Choice Questions Quiz

Interactive MCQs on “Food Chemistry”:

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Question 1: What is the main macronutrient responsible for providing energy in food?

(a) Proteins
(b) Vitamins
(c) Carbohydrates
(d) Minerals

Question 2: Which essential nutrient is important for building and repairing tissues in the body?

(a) Fats
(b) Carbohydrates
(c) Proteins
(d) Fiber

Question 3: Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin found in citrus fruits and is important for collagen synthesis?

(a) Vitamin A
(b) Vitamin C
(c) Vitamin D
(d) Vitamin K

Question 4: What is the function of lipids in food chemistry?

(a) Providing quick energy
(b) Building muscle tissues
(c) Enhancing flavor
(d) Storing and releasing energy, and forming cell membranes

Question 5: What is the chemical process of browning that occurs when foods are cooked?

(a) Oxidation
(b) Fermentation
(c) Polymerization
(d) Hydrolysis

Question 6: Which type of carbohydrate is commonly referred to as 'table sugar'?

(a) Glucose
(b) Fructose
(c) Sucrose
(d) Lactose

Question 7: What is the primary function of dietary fiber in the body?

(a) Providing energy
(b) Regulating blood sugar levels
(c) Building muscle mass
(d) Aiding in digestion and promoting bowel regularity

Question 8: Which type of fatty acids are considered to be heart-healthy and are often found in sources like olive oil?

(a) Saturated fatty acids
(b) Trans fatty acids
(c) Monounsaturated fatty acids
(d) Polyunsaturated fatty acids

Question 9: What is the Maillard reaction in food chemistry?

(a) The breakdown of fats in food during cooking
(b) The formation of proteins from amino acids
(c) The reaction between starch and enzymes
(d) The complex chemical reaction between amino acids and reducing sugars, resulting in browning and flavor changes

Question 10: Which of the following is a micronutrient that plays a crucial role in bone health, and is often found in dairy products?

(a) Vitamin C
(b) Iron
(c) Vitamin D
(d) Vitamin B12