Q. Nitrate and nitrite is helpful in meat processing as it
- Increases tenderness
- Increases juiciness
- Improves color
- Prevent from microbial deterioration
Answer: c)
- Nitrates (or nitrites) are natural chemicals that are found in the soil, air and water. Nitrates are also used as a food additive to stop the growth of bacteria and to enhance the flavour and colour of foods.
Q. Which of the following inorganic acids is only used extensively in food processing
- Hydrochloric acid
- Citric acid
- Phosphoric acid
- Hypochloric acid
Answer: c)
Phosphoric acid: Phosphoric Acid shall be a clear, colourless, odourless viscous liquid and INS No. 338.
Q. Aspartame has nutritive value
- Equal to sucrose
- Equal to fructose
- Equal to glucose
- Don’t have energy as it is non nutritive sugar
Answer: a)
- Aspartame is a type of low-calorie sweetener. It’s produced from two common amino acids—aspartic acid and phenylalanine, each of which are found naturally in many foods including fruits, vegetables, meats and eggs. Aspartame contains calories—four calories per gram just like sugar.
Q. Cyclamate is ————- times sweeter than sucrose
- 5
- 30
- 100
- 300
Answer: b)
- Cyclamate is 30 times sweeter than sucrose. It has a bitter aftertaste but has good sweetness synergy with saccharin.
Q. Which of the following colorants is NOT from natural source
- Tartrazine
- Canthaxanthin
- Apocarotenal
- Paprika
Answer: a)
Tartrazine: A synthetic lemon yellow azo dye used as a food colouring.It gives yellow colour.
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