Nutrients
What is the body's major source of energy
Carbohydrates
Name 1 function of proteins
The body needs protein for growth, repair of tissues, and metabolism
What do collagen and elastin do?
They are the proteins that form the connective tissue in meat
Name an example of dry heat cookery?
BBQ, grilling, roasting, and frying are examples of this cooking method.
How many cards are in a standard deck of playing cards?
52
What two vitamins are water-soluble?
What are amino acids?
Proteins are made up of these smaller units linked together in long chains
What is denaturation?
When meat begins to cook and proteins change colour.
Dry heat methods should be used for " " types of meat cuts.
tender
Which freezes faster: hot or cold water?
Hot water - it has similar volumes to frozen water
What nutrient helps cleanse the body of wastes, transport nutrients, and regulate body temperature?
Water
How many essential amino acids are there?
8
What is coagulation?
The setting of proteins during cooking
Boiling, stewing, and casseroling are examples of what cooking method?
Moist heat cookery
What do you call a group of flamingos?
A flamboyance
What vitamins must be consumed with fat for transport and absorption?
A, D, E, and K
What is a complete protein?
Proteins that contain all essential amino acids
What is the Maillard Reaction?
Reaction causes meat to brown and develop colour during cooking.
What is an example of physical tenderising?
Mincing and pounding
What is the only food that can never go bad?
Honey
What mineral is stored mainly in bones and teeth and is commonly obtained from dairy foods?
Calcium
Name 2 animal foods that are complete proteins
Meat, fish, chicken, eggs
What is hydrolysis?
During this process, collagen breaks down into gelatin, making meat more tender.
What is chemical tenderising?
Using chemicals to break down proteins
What is an eight-sided shape called?
Octagon