Food chemistry explains the science behind the food we eat, from how ingredients react during cooking to how nutrients break down in our bodies. This Food Chemistry Quiz will challenge your knowledge of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals. You will learn about concepts like emulsification, fermentation, and food preservation while learning how temperature, pH, and enzymes influence food composition.
You See morewill find out the chemistry behind browning reactions, artificial sweeteners, and food additives. Learn why some foods spoil faster than others, how preservatives work, and the science of food safety. This quiz is perfect for students and anyone curious about the science of food. Test your ability to identify chemical compounds in food and understand their functions.
Carbohydrates
Proteins
Fats
Vitamins
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Improve texture
Prevent spoilage
Combine water and oil
Increase sweetness
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Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin K
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Protein denaturation
Lipid oxidation
Enzyme activity
Bacterial growth
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Oxidation
Hydrolysis
Lactic acid fermentation
Caramelization
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Citric acid
Sodium benzoate
Lecithin
Gelatin
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Improve color
Slow oxidation
Enhance flavor
Increase viscosity
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Enhance flavor
Kill bacteria
Increase shelf life
Improve texture
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Capsaicin
Tannins
Flavonoids
Polyphenols
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