Parts of an Egg Quiz

What is the function of the eggshell?

• Decoration and coloration

• Source of nutrition for the embryo

• Aerodynamic shape for flight

• Protection and barrier against bacteria and moisture

Which part of the egg provides nutrients to the developing embryo?

• shell

• albumen

• yolk

• membrane

What is the purpose of the chalaza in an egg?

• To protect the egg from breaking

• To provide nutrients to the developing embryo

• To anchor the yolk in the center of the egg

• To regulate the temperature inside the egg

What is the name of the membrane that surrounds the egg white?

• shell

• chalaza

• albumen

• yolk

Which part of the egg contains the yolk?

• The yolk is located in the shell

• The yolk is located in the egg white

• The yolk is located in the center of the egg.

• The yolk is located in the egg membrane

What is the function of the air cell in an egg?

• Helps the egg to hatch faster

• Keeps the yolk in place

• Provides oxygen and regulates moisture content

• Provides insulation for the egg

What is the name of the thin, transparent membrane that surrounds the egg white?

• eggshell membrane

• yolk membrane

• shell membrane

• albumen membrane

What is the function of the egg yolk?

• Provides food for the developing embryo

• Provides structural support for the egg

• Acts as a protective barrier for the egg white

• Contains the genetic material for the embryo

Which part of the egg is responsible for protecting the embryo from bacteria?

• egg yolk

• egg white

• egg membrane

• eggshell

What is the function of the egg white?

• To add flavor to the yolk

• To help the egg float in water

• To provide structure to the egg

• To protect the yolk and provide nutrients for the developing embryo