Eggs Quiz

What is the primary nutrient found in egg yolk?

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

• Fat

• Fiber

What is a common use of eggs in baking?

• As a sweetener

• As a leavening agent making products rise

• As a coloring agent

• As a preservative

Which of the following is NOT a type of egg you can buy?

• Organic

• Free-range

• Caged

• Synthetic

What is the percentage of minerals in the albumen of an egg?

• 1%

• 0.5%

• 32%

• 0%

Which process involves whisked egg incorporating air and increasing in volume?

• Moisturising

• Aeration

• Coagulation

• Emulsification

What does the moisturising property of eggs affect in baking?

• Texture

• Color

• Flavor

• Aroma

What is the effect of whisking egg whites with sugar?

• Creates a liquid

• Creates a stiff foam

• Creates a paste

• Creates a gel

What is the primary component of egg yolks that gives them emulsifying powers?

• Protein

• Lecithin

• Glucose

• Vitamins

Which part of the egg is responsible for most of the calories?

• Egg white

• Egg yolk

• Both equally

• Neither

What is the main function of eggs in baking cakes?

• Add flavor

• Provide structure

• Increase fat content

• Emulsify