Additives in Pumpkin Bread Muffins

What is the primary role of baking soda in pumpkin bread muffins?

• To add sweetness

• To act as a leavening agent

• To enhance flavour

• To preserve the muffins

Which of the following is an example of an intentional additive in pumpkin bread muffins?

• Baking soda

• Dust from the kitchen

• Insect fragments

• Water

What is an incidental additive?

• An additive added on purpose to improve taste

• An additive that is accidentally introduced during production

• An additive that enhances nutritional value

• An additive that is used to change the colour

Which of the following could be considered an incidental additive in canned pumpkin puree?

• Sugar

• Salt

• Small pieces of metal from machinery

• Cinnamon

Why is baking soda considered an intentional additive in baking?

• It is added to improve the nutritional content

• It is added to enhance the colour

• It is added to cause the batter to rise

• It is added to increase shelf life

Which of the following is NOT a role of additives in food?

• To improve texture

• To increase the cost

• To enhance flavour

• To preserve freshness

Which of the following is a potential source of incidental additives in canned pumpkin puree?

• Natural pumpkin sugars

• Residues from cleaning agents

• Added spices

• Added preservatives

What is the effect of using too much baking soda in pumpkin bread muffins?

• The muffins will be too sweet

• The muffins will have a bitter taste

• The muffins will not rise

• The muffins will be too moist

Which of the following is a common intentional additive used to enhance the flavour of pumpkin bread muffins?

• Nutmeg

• Dust

• Plastic fragments

• Water

What is the primary purpose of using additives in food products?

• To increase the price

• To improve the appearance, taste, and shelf life

• To reduce nutritional value

• To make the food heavier