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Which mammal's milk is occasionally used for processing dairy products?
Which mammal's milk is occasionally used for processing dairy products?
What is the main constituent of milk?
What is the main constituent of milk?
Which carbohydrate is formed by glucose and galactose molecules?
Which carbohydrate is formed by glucose and galactose molecules?
What are oligosaccharides and polysaccharides composed of?
What are oligosaccharides and polysaccharides composed of?
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Which monosaccharide is important in food and health?
Which monosaccharide is important in food and health?
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Study Notes
Mammals and Milk
- Goat milk is occasionally used for processing dairy products.
Milk Composition
- The main constituent of milk is water (around 87%).
- The main constituents of the solid portion of milk are carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and minerals.
Carbohydrates in Milk
- Lactose (milk sugar) is a disaccharide formed by glucose and galactose molecules.
Complex Carbohydrates
- Oligosaccharides and polysaccharides are composed of multiple monosaccharide units.
Important Monosaccharides
- Glucose is an important monosaccharide in food and health.
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Test your knowledge of dairy products processing and principles of food science with this quiz. Learn about the production plant, raw materials, and energy content of dairy products.
