Eggs and Their Properties

Which part of the egg would provide food for a growing chick if the egg was fertilised?

• yolk

• white

• inner membrane

• chalazae

What slows down the evaporation of water from an egg?

What structures hold the egg yolk in place?

• yolk

• white

• inner membrane

• chalazae

Which part of the egg starts off thick but becomes thinner as the egg gets older?

• yolk

• white

• inner membrane

• chalazae

What part of the egg increases in size as the egg gets older?

• shell

• air cell

• vitelline membrane

• chalazae

State why eggs should be stored away from strong smelling foods such as onions.

Name two nutrients found in eggs.

Give two quality points you would look for when accepting a delivery of fresh eggs.

Why are chefs encouraged to use pasteurised egg products?

Explain why eggs are such a useful ingredient to a caterer.