Cereal Processing and By-products

What is the purpose of the cleaning and grading step in cereal processing?

• To remove impurities and foreign materials

• To improve the flavor of the cereal

• To add vitamins and minerals

• To increase the shelf life of the cereal

Which of the following processes involves separating the outer husk of the cereal grain from the inner kernel?

• Tempering

• Milling

• Malting

• Hulling

What is the purpose of tempering in cereal processing?

• To soften the grain for milling

• To enhance the color of the cereal

• To increase the nutritional value

• To remove the bran layer

What is the purpose of fortification in cereal processing?

• To add extra flavor to the cereal

• To increase the shelf life of the cereal

• To enhance the nutritional value by adding vitamins and minerals

• To improve the texture of the cereal

What is the primary function of packaging in cereal processing?

• To attract consumers with appealing designs

• To protect the cereal from moisture and insects

• To add additional nutrients to the cereal

• To reduce the cost of production

What is the purpose of milling in cereal processing?

• To remove the outer husk and bran layers from the grain

• To add flavorings and seasonings to the cereal

• To increase the protein content of the cereal

• To reduce the cooking time of the cereal

Which of the following is a type of cereal processing technique used to produce puffed cereals?

• Roasting

• Grinding

• Extrusion

• Steaming

Which of the following is a characteristic of properly processed cereals?

• They are hard and difficult to chew

• They have a bitter taste

• They are easy to digest and have a pleasant taste

• They have a strong odor

The amount of bran obtained in wheat milling

• 15%

• 30%

• 50%

• 80%

Dietary fiber which can help improve digestion and lower blood sugar

• soluble dietary fiber

• insoluble dietary fiber

• cellulose

• crude fiber