30 Questions
What distinguishes triticale grain from wheat grain?
Triticale grain is longer and slightly darker in color than wheat.
Which aspect of triticale helps maintain digestive health according to the text?
High fiber content
What essential elements for cell production are found in triticale?
Manganese and folic acid
How does triticale contribute to blood circulation improvement?
Enhancing metabolic efficiency
In what ways can triticale benefit bone health?
Boosting bone growth and speeding up bone healing
How are cereal grains primarily used according to the text?
As the basis of human food with minimal processing
Which family do cereal grains belong to?
Poaceae
Which of the following is not considered a true cereal grain according to the text?
Quinoa
What are the most important cereal crops grown in the Philippines according to the text?
Rice and wheat
What are starchy grains suitable for according to the text?
Food
What are some nutritional benefits of wheat grain?
Contains iron, zinc, and phosphorus
Which vitamins are part of the B group found in wheat grain?
Thiamin, riboflavin, niacin
Which cereal crop is described as the most widely grown cereal crop on the planet?
Wheat
How many principal types of cereals are mentioned in the text?
7
What is a common misconception about rice?
Rice is not associated with low income or poverty
Which crop is the second most important globally in terms of population?
Rice
What are some nutrients found in brown rice?
Rich in fiber, manganese, and selenium
Which types of grains are included under wheat besides bread wheat and durum?
Spelt, emmer, einkorn, kamut
What type of fiber is naturally high in oats?
Beta-glucan
Which grain has a lower gluten content, making it suitable for cardiovascular health products?
Barley
What component of oats helps in improving blood sugar control after meals?
Beta-glucan
Why is barley not commonly consumed in developed countries today?
It has a high gluten content
What is the role of avenanthramides found in oats?
Protect blood vessels from LDL cholesterol damage
Which cereal grain is native to Asia and considered beneficial for lowering cholesterol levels?
Barley
What term is used to describe seeds or fruits from plant families other than grass if they resemble caryopses?
Grains
Which of the following crops are not part of the major global commodity markets mentioned in the text?
Tubers
Which of the following is true about the three grains native to the Andes (kaniwa, kiwicha, and quinoa) mentioned in the text?
They are broad-leafed plants
What term is used to describe amaranth products in the market according to the text?
Wholegrains
Why are most grains considered naturally deficient in calcium and vitamin A according to the text?
Comparatively low in protein
Which term is synonymous with 'cereals' as mentioned in the text?
Grains
Learn about cereals, their types, uses, and benefits in this module. Identify different types of cereals and grains physically. Explore how cereals are used in making breakfast foods, flours, meals, bread, and more.
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