What is Popcorn?
Popcorn is a whole grain maize product that originates from a wild __________.
grass
The type of corn also called field corn that is grown most widely in the U.S.
Is popcorn sugar free?
Yes
Are there carcinogens in microwave popcorn?
No
National Popcorn Day is celebrated in what month?
January 19
The outer hull of the popcorn kernel is called the _____________.
Pericarp
The type of corn also known as Indian corn, that has a wide range of colors and is used for decoration
Flint Corn
Air popped popcorn has ____ calories per cup.
30
Is popcorn is GMO crop?
No, it is non-GMO.
National Popcorn Poppin' Month is
October
The endosperm is made up of soft and hard starch granules and is always white or _________ in color.
The type of corn that a hard exterior shell and a soft center that explodes when heated.
Popcorn
Oil popped popcorn has ____ calories per cup
35
Americans consume 14 _________ quarts of popcorn annually.
billion
What type of carbohydrate does popcorn contain?
Complex carbohydrate
What is the smallest inner part of the popcorn kernel called?
Germ
The type of corn that contains more sugar than other types of corn and is often eaten on the cob.
Sweet Corn
Does popcorn contain gluten?
No
What is the ideal moisture level for popcorn popality?
13.5%
Popcorn contains __________ providing roughage the body needs in the daily diet.
Fiber
Name 3 of the 9 major popcorn producing states.
Kentucky, Ohio and Michigan
Its scientific name is Zea mays everta.
Popcorn
Popcorn is a 100% unprocessed healthy _________ grain.
whole
The peak season for popcorn sales for home consumption is
the fall
____ cups of popcorn equals one serving from the grain group.
3