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What is the primary role of starch in baked goods?
What is the primary role of starch in baked goods?
- To provide structure and support
- To create a crispy crust
- To enhance the flavor
- To give bulk to the structure (correct)
What happens to the starch molecules when pasta is cooked in boiling water?
What happens to the starch molecules when pasta is cooked in boiling water?
- They break down and dissolve
- They become rigid and firm
- They absorb water and swell (correct)
- They remain unchanged
What is the effect of protein structure on the texture of bread?
What is the effect of protein structure on the texture of bread?
- It makes the bread softer and more crumbly
- It makes the bread chewier and denser (correct)
- It has no impact on the texture of the bread
- It makes the bread lighter and airier
What type of starches are available for specific uses?
What type of starches are available for specific uses?
What is the primary factor contributing to the softness of the crumb of baked bread?
What is the primary factor contributing to the softness of the crumb of baked bread?
What is the characteristic of cornstarch when it cools?
What is the characteristic of cornstarch when it cools?
What is the main difference between modified starches and pregelatinized starches?
What is the main difference between modified starches and pregelatinized starches?
What is the characteristic of agar agar when reheated?
What is the characteristic of agar agar when reheated?
What is the function of gelatin in food products?
What is the function of gelatin in food products?
What is the characteristic of waxy maize and waxy rice starches when mixed with cold liquid?
What is the characteristic of waxy maize and waxy rice starches when mixed with cold liquid?
What is the result of extended heat exposure on cornstarch-based products?
What is the result of extended heat exposure on cornstarch-based products?
What is the minimum moisture level required for starch to undergo dextrinization?
What is the minimum moisture level required for starch to undergo dextrinization?
What is the result of starch gelatinization in the presence of water and heat?
What is the result of starch gelatinization in the presence of water and heat?
What is the purpose of dextrinization in baked goods?
What is the purpose of dextrinization in baked goods?
What is the term for the process of breaking down starch polysaccharides into smaller molecules?
What is the term for the process of breaking down starch polysaccharides into smaller molecules?
What is the role of starch in cooking?
What is the role of starch in cooking?
What is the catalyst that can facilitate the dextrinization process?
What is the catalyst that can facilitate the dextrinization process?
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