Eggs

What is the primary protein found in egg white?

• Lipovitellin

• Ovalbumin

• Ovotransferrin

• Vitellin
  

Which part of the egg contains the majority of the egg's vitamins and minerals

• Egg white

• Egg yolk

• Eggshell

• Chalaza

Which type of lipoprotein is responsible for transporting endogenous triglycerides from the liver to tissues?

• Chylomicrons

• Low-density lipoproteins (LDL)

• Very-low-density lipoproteins (VLDL)

• High-density lipoproteins (HDL)

What is the function of lysozyme in egg white?

• Binding and transporting metal ions

• Inhibiting proteolytic enzymes

• Protecting the egg from microbial contamination

• Emulsifying lipids

Which gas is primarily responsible for inflating the air cell in an egg as it ages?

• Oxygen

• Carbon dioxide

• Nitrogen

• Hydrogen

What is the purpose of egg candling

• Assessing the nutritional content of eggs

• Analyzing the mineral composition of eggshell

• Determining the age and freshness of eggs

• Measuring the protein content of egg whites

Which vitamin found in egg yolk is important for vision and eye health?

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin B12

• Vitamin C

What is the function of lecithin in egg yolk?

• Providing color to the yolk

• Emulsifying fats and aiding in digestion

• Binding minerals and vitamins

• Acting as an antioxidant

What is the term for the membrane surrounding the egg yolk?

• Chalaza

• Albumen

• Vitelline membrane

• Zona pellucida

Which pigment is responsible for the yellow color of egg yolks?

• Xanthophyll

• Carotenoid

• Anthocyanin

• Chlorophyll