Egg Anatomy and Cookery

The color of the egg shell has no influence on nutritional values or eating quality

• True
• False

The egg "white" is actually called the _______

• Albumen
• Shell
• Chalaza
• Yolk

What nutrient are eggs high in?

• Protein
• Calcium
• Water
• Vitamin C

If a recipe calls for 1 egg,  what size egg should you use?

• Large
• Extra large
• Jumbo
• Medium

What egg structure holds the yolk in the center by anchoring and supporting it?

• Albumen
• Chalaza
• Yolk
• Air cell

What method of egg involves slipping egg into simmering water?

• Hard Boiled
• Soft Boiled
• Poached
• Fried

The foodborne illness that is associated with eggs is:

• E. Coli
• Salmonella
• Campylobacer
• Listeria

What method of egg cookery was used for the egg in the photo?

• Poached
• Fried
• Scrambled
• Cooked in Shell/Hard Cooked

What grade of egg is the arrow pointing to?

• Grade AAA
• Grade AA
• Grade A
• Grade B

What is the name of the protective membrane just under the shell?

• Shell membrane
• Air pocket
• Thin Albumen
• Chalazae