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What is a channel knife used for in egg preparation?
What is a channel knife used for in egg preparation?
Which utensil is best suited for draining or washing ingredients from liquid?
Which utensil is best suited for draining or washing ingredients from liquid?
What is the main purpose of a pastry brush in egg cookery?
What is the main purpose of a pastry brush in egg cookery?
Which tool is ideal for blending and mixing eggs or batter in egg preparation?
Which tool is ideal for blending and mixing eggs or batter in egg preparation?
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What components make up the quality of an egg according to the text?
What components make up the quality of an egg according to the text?
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Which vitamin is NOT present in eggs based on the text?
Which vitamin is NOT present in eggs based on the text?
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According to the Philippine standard, what is evaluated to determine the appearance of an egg?
According to the Philippine standard, what is evaluated to determine the appearance of an egg?
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What factor does NOT influence the size of an egg according to the text?
What factor does NOT influence the size of an egg according to the text?
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What does the albumen (egg white) mainly consist of?
What does the albumen (egg white) mainly consist of?
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Where are the chalazae located in an egg?
Where are the chalazae located in an egg?
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What is the function of the air cell in an egg?
What is the function of the air cell in an egg?
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Where is the latebra located in an egg?
Where is the latebra located in an egg?
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Study Notes
Egg Preparation Utensils
- A channel knife is used to cut and portion eggs in egg preparation.
- A colander or strainer is the best utensil for draining or washing ingredients from liquid.
- A pastry brush is primarily used to apply egg wash or butter to pastry dough in egg cookery.
- A whisk is the ideal tool for blending and mixing eggs or batter in egg preparation.
Egg Quality Components
- The quality of an egg is determined by its appearance, cleanliness, soundness, and weight.
Egg Nutrition
- Vitamin C is not present in eggs.
Egg Evaluation
- According to the Philippine standard, the appearance of an egg is evaluated based on its cleanliness, soundness, and shape.
Factors Affecting Egg Size
- Breed is a factor that influences the size of an egg.
Egg Composition
- The albumen (egg white) mainly consists of water and protein.
- The chalazae are located in the thick, white, rope-like strands of the albumen.
- The air cell is a small, empty space located at the large end of the egg and its function is to aid in the breathing of the embryo.
- The latebra is located in the yolk of the egg.
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Description
Test your knowledge on kitchen tools and equipment needed in egg preparation. The quiz covers tools like channel knife, colander, and offset spatula used for various cooking tasks such as making garnishes and turning eggs.
