Food Additives Quiz

What is the primary purpose of food additives?

• To improve the color, flavor, texture, nutritional value, and shelf life of food

• To make food more expensive

• To increase the weight of food

• To reduce the nutritional value of food

Which of the following is a natural coloring additive?

• Ponceau 4R

• Chlorophyll

• Sunset yellow

• Tartrazine

What is the E-number range for preservatives?

• E600-699

• E100-199

• E200-299

• E300-399

Which of the following is an artificial preservative?

• Sugar

• Salt

• Sodium nitrate

• Vinegar

What is the origin of cochineal coloring?

• Heated carbohydrates

• Coal tar

• Cochineal beetles

• Green pigment in plants

Which of the following is NOT a function of preservatives?

• Reduce the risk of food poisoning

• Increase the weight of food

• Reduce food waste

• Prevent the growth of microorganisms

Which coloring additive is derived from coal tar?

• Caramel

• Chlorophyll

• Cochineal

• Tartrazine

What is the E-number range for flavor enhancers?

• E600-699

• E200-299

• E900-999

• E100-199

Which of the following is a use of artificial preservatives?

• Green-colored fruit gum sweets

• Canned peas

• Orange-colored soft drinks

• Pink-colored fruit gum sweets

Which of the following is a natural preservative?

• Sulfur dioxide

• Sorbic acid

• Benzoic acid

• Sodium chloride