Egg Quality Quiz

What is the primary factor that determines the internal quality of an egg?

• Albumen quality

• Eggshell thickness

• Air cell size

• Yolk color

What happens to the air space in an egg as it ages?

• It increases in size

• It remains constant

• It decreases in size

• It becomes irregular

Which method is used to assess the internal quality of an egg?

• Weight measurement

• Haugh unit method

• Candling light examination

• Visual inspection of the shell

What is a characteristic of fresh albumen?

• Cloudy appearance

• Transparent color

• Bubbly texture

• Watery consistency

What does a bubbly air cell indicate?

• Ruptured air cell

• Old egg

• High quality egg

• Freshly laid egg

What is the effect of higher temperatures on albumen quality?

• Slower carbon dioxide loss

• Faster aging signs

• Increased thickness

• Improved jelly-like consistency

What does the yolk's appearance indicate during candling?

• Eggshell strength

• External quality

• Air cell depth

• Internal quality

What is a sign of an aged yolk?

• Distinct shadow outline

• Bright yellow color

• Round and firm shape

• Weak vitelline membrane

What is the relationship between egg weight and eggshell quality?

• Weight does not affect quality

• Higher weight leads to thicker shells

• Higher weight leads to thinner shells

• No correlation

What should be done with cracked eggs?

• They can be cleaned and reused

• They should be disposed of safely

• They are safe for consumption

• They can be processed