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What enzyme is used to convert a substantial fraction of glucose to fructose in high fructose syrup?
What enzyme is used to convert a substantial fraction of glucose to fructose in high fructose syrup?
- Sucrase
- Maltase
- Amylase
- Glucose isomerase (correct)
Why is high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) commonly used in processed foods and beverages in the U.S?
Why is high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) commonly used in processed foods and beverages in the U.S?
- It is more expensive than sugar, indicating higher quality
- It is easier to extract from corn than sugar from sugarcane
- It is less sweet than sugar, making it suitable for a wide range of products
- It has a higher microbiological stability than sugar (correct)
Which type of high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is sweeter than sucrose?
Which type of high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is sweeter than sucrose?
- HFCS-55 (correct)
- HFCS-42
- HFCS-30
- HFCS-90
What are sugar alcohols such as maltitol and erythritol primarily made from?
What are sugar alcohols such as maltitol and erythritol primarily made from?
Why are sugar alcohols like sorbitol and mannitol used as sweeteners?
Why are sugar alcohols like sorbitol and mannitol used as sweeteners?
Which activity does the text primarily focus on involving the application of sugar and starch manufacturing theories?
Which activity does the text primarily focus on involving the application of sugar and starch manufacturing theories?
What are the major types of microalgae mentioned in the text?
What are the major types of microalgae mentioned in the text?
What is the economic advantage of using animal fats for biodiesel production compared to plant crops?
What is the economic advantage of using animal fats for biodiesel production compared to plant crops?
Why is water removal important in the biodiesel production process?
Why is water removal important in the biodiesel production process?
Which chemical reactions are involved in biodiesel production?
Which chemical reactions are involved in biodiesel production?
What is the process of producing biodiesel from animal fats known as?
What is the process of producing biodiesel from animal fats known as?
Which feedstock is commonly used in biodiesel production according to the text?
Which feedstock is commonly used in biodiesel production according to the text?
What is one limiting factor in the industrial uses of vegetable oils?
What is one limiting factor in the industrial uses of vegetable oils?
Apart from being used as cooking oil, what is another use of biofuel mentioned in the text?
Apart from being used as cooking oil, what is another use of biofuel mentioned in the text?
In what industry are vegetable oils increasingly used as insulators?
In what industry are vegetable oils increasingly used as insulators?
What is one environmental impact mentioned in the text associated with vegetable oils?
What is one environmental impact mentioned in the text associated with vegetable oils?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an industrial use of vegetable oils?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an industrial use of vegetable oils?
Apart from being used as fuel transportation, what other use of biofuel is highlighted in the text?
Apart from being used as fuel transportation, what other use of biofuel is highlighted in the text?
What can happen when ignition sources are present in the context of biofuels?
What can happen when ignition sources are present in the context of biofuels?
Which action is strictly prohibited in relation to the document according to the text?
Which action is strictly prohibited in relation to the document according to the text?
What environmental impact is associated with biofuels mentioned in the text?
What environmental impact is associated with biofuels mentioned in the text?
What happens when dry clay contacts floating oil based on the text?
What happens when dry clay contacts floating oil based on the text?
Why is wetting dry clay with water a less efficient process for interacting with oil according to the text?
Why is wetting dry clay with water a less efficient process for interacting with oil according to the text?
Under what condition can sending oil to the bottom of a body of water be an acceptable remedy for spills according to the text?
Under what condition can sending oil to the bottom of a body of water be an acceptable remedy for spills according to the text?
What is the main ability possessed by soap and detergent when dissolved in water?
What is the main ability possessed by soap and detergent when dissolved in water?
Why is it important for oil droplets and dirt particles to be suspended in a stable and highly dispersed condition in the detergent solution?
Why is it important for oil droplets and dirt particles to be suspended in a stable and highly dispersed condition in the detergent solution?
Why are small oil droplets or fine dirt particles preferred in washing fabrics and materials?
Why are small oil droplets or fine dirt particles preferred in washing fabrics and materials?
What would happen if oil droplets and dirt particles were not deflocculated in the detergent solution?
What would happen if oil droplets and dirt particles were not deflocculated in the detergent solution?
What is the consequence of oil droplets and dirt particles redepositing on a cleansed surface?
What is the consequence of oil droplets and dirt particles redepositing on a cleansed surface?
Which process would be hindered if relatively large oil droplets or dirt particles were present in washing fabrics and materials?
Which process would be hindered if relatively large oil droplets or dirt particles were present in washing fabrics and materials?
