Milk Composition and Nutrients Quiz
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Milk Composition and Nutrients Quiz

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Which molecule is lactose composed of?

  • Maltose + Fructose
  • Lactose is a monosaccharide
  • Glucose + Fructose
  • Glucose + Galactose (correct)

    • What is the main constituent of milk?

  • Protein
  • Fat
  • Carbohydrate
  • Water (correct)

    • What effect do normal pasteurization conditions have on lactose?

  • Have no significant effect on lactose (correct)
  • Convert lactose into monosaccharides
  • Cause browning and isomerization reactions in lactose
  • Significantly reduce lactose content

    • What are oligosaccharides and polysaccharides composed of?

    <p>A few to many sugar molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of carbohydrates in milk?

    <p>Approximately 4.9%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the undesirable outcome of the browning reaction, also known as the Maillard reaction, in milk?

    <p>Undesirable flavors and color</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common type of fat, which contains 3 fatty acids attached to a 3-carbon backbone?

    <p>Triglyceride</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are mono- and diglycerides primarily used for in foods?

    <p>Emulsifying fat and water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of saturated fatty acids are present in milk fat?

    <p>65%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the enzymes that degrade fat, and what is the process called?

    <p>Lipases, lipolysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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