Chemistry
What kind of chemical reaction happens when bacteria are digesting sugars in chocolate?
What is fermentation
What is the main component of a chocolate bar in terms of macromolecules?
What is fat (lipids)
"Bloom" (the white coating on old chocolate) happens when fats migrate to the surface. Is this a chemical or physical change?
What is physical?
Chocolate triggers the release of Dopamine and Serotonin. these "messenger" molecules are called...
what is neurotransmitters?
The Maillard reaction creates chocolate's flavor during roasting. It occurs between which two types of organic molecules? (One is a building block of protein; the other is a carb.)
What are amino acids and sugars?
Cocoa butter is made of molecules consisting of glycerol bonded to three fatty acids. What is the general chemical term for this lipid?
To make chocolate shiny and "snappy," chefs use tempering to organize fat molecules into a specific crystal structure. Is this more like making glass or making a diamond?
What is DIAMOND?
Dark chocolate contains Antioxidants (specifically Flavanols). What is the main job of an antioxidant in the body?
What is prevention of oxidative stress by reducing the free radicals
The stimulant Theobromine is almost identical to Caffeine, except it is missing one methyl group. Are these Isomers or Analogs?
What is ANALOGS
Why is chocolate dangerous for dogs?
What is they can't metabolize theobromine?