Nutrition
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100

How many kilocalories does 1g of protein provide?

4 kcal/g

100

What is the most common food borne illness?

Norovirus

100

What does FDA stand for?

Food and Drug Administration

100

What food group do peanuts belong to?

Legumes or Pulse Crops

100

grenadine is produced from syrup of which fruit?

Pomegranate

200

What is the flavor/antimicrobial compound associated with Onion?

allicin

200

name 2 molds that cause spoilage in vegetables

Alternaria, Penicillium, Fusarium, Aspergillus, Rhizopus

200

A ninth food is in the process of being considered to be added onto the list of "big 8" allergens. What is this food ingredient?

Sesame

200

What are the components of pumpkin pie spice?

Cinnamon, Ginger, Nutmeg, Allspice

200

What hours does McDonald's serve breakfast?

5am-11am

300

what vitamin is formed in the skin of humans and animals by activation of sterols by UV light from the sun or by UV activation of sterols artificially?

Vitamin D

300

name 3 necessary elements of proper refrigeration

constant temp, humidity control, and air circulation

300

What are the main food categories reviewed by the FDA?

Conventional foods, special dietary foods, medical foods, and dietary supplements

300

what term is used to quantitatively describe taste/tartness ratio of fruits?

sugar-to-acid ratio; also called Brix-to-acid ratio

300

Name at least 8 flavor variations of the Oreo Cookie?

Original(original crème with chocolate cookie), Golden (original crème with golden cookie), Mint, Berry, Lemon, Double Stuffed (both original and golden varieties), Birthday Cake, Cookie Dough, Marshmallow Crème, Peanut Butter, Red Velvet, Cherry Cola, Firework, Pumpkin Spice, Peeps,Gingerbread, Carmel Apple, ETC.

400

What is the most common stabilizer used in the production of chocolate milk?

Carrageenen

400

what do Z-values represent for a microbial population?

The temp required to change a D-value by one log (D is a decimal reduction time at a specific temperature)

400

What organization governs microwave regulations?

FCC

400

What are 2 major contributions of chemicals released as smoke from burning wood during smoking?

Flavor enhancement and Preservation

400

In 2013, the Coca-Cola Company launched a marketing campaign that involved printing names and personal messages on Coca Cola product packaging. What is the name of this campaign?

The "Share A Coke" Campaign

500

What mineral is involved in the possible 6th taste?

Calcium

500

What animal is associated with the TSE disease Chronic Wasting Disease?

Deer

500

What are the seven HACCP Principals?

1. Conduct hazard analysis. 2. identify critical control points. 3. establish critical limits. 4. Establish monitoring procedures. 5. establish corrective actions. 6. establish verification procedures. 7. establish record keeping

500

Eugenol is the primary flavor compound of what spice?

Clove

500

What is the artificial color number for Allura Red?

FD&C Red No. 40

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