Food Science & Technology Quiz (17-03-2022)

Q1. The major compounds found in turmeric oil, up to 50-60%, are? Sesquiterpene ketones ar-turmerone ß- turmerone All of the above ANSWER: D. All of the above Explanation: The sesquiterpene ketones, ß-, and ar-turmerone, are the primary chemicals identified in ...

Food Science & Technology Quiz (16-03-2022)

Q1. The alkaloid _______ is considered to be the major constituent responsible for the biting taste of black pepper. Chavicine B. Piperine Piperidine Piperetine ANSWER – B. Piperine Explanation: Piperine, an alkaloid, is thought to be the main component responsible ...

Food Science & Technology Quiz (14-03-2022)

Q1. ________ constitutes 2-5% dry weight of fresh tea leaves. Methylxanthine Carbohydrates Minerals Amino acids ANSWER: A. Methylxanthine Explanation – Caffeine, theobromine, and theophylline are methylxanthines that can be found in a variety of beverages and foods, including coffee, cocoa, ...

Food Science & Technology Quiz (13-03-2022)

Q1. _________ is the principal curcuminoid found in turmeric, is generally considered its most active constituent. Curcumin Demethoxycurcumin Bisdemethoxycurcumin All of the above ANSWER: A. Curcumin Explanation: Curcumin is the principal curcuminoid found in turmeric. Turmeric gets its distinctive yellow-orange ...