Food Chem quiz

A deficiency of Vitamin B12 primarily affects which system?

• Digestive system

• Respiratory system

• Nervous system

• Skeletal system

Which of the following is a trace mineral?

• Calcium

• Phosphorus

• Copper

• Sodium

Pellagra is caused by a deficiency of which vitamin?

• Vitamin B1

• Vitamin B3

• Vitamin B6

• Vitamin B12

Which of the following minerals is crucial for thyroid hormone synthesis?

• Fluoride

• Iodine

• Selenium

• Potassium

The deficiency of which mineral leads to osteoporosis?

• Iron

• Calcium

• Sodium

• Zinc

Which compound is responsible for the hot sensation in chili peppers?

• Piperine

• Capsaicin

• Curcumin

• Allicin

The umami taste is mainly associated with which compound?

• Glutamate

• Fructose

• Tannins

• Glycine

The bitter taste in coffee is mainly due to:

• Caffeine

• Theobromine

• Quercetin

• Carotenoids

Which of the following contributes to the fresh and minty flavour in peppermint?

• Limonene

• Menthol

• Myrcene

• Cinnamaldehyde

Which type of taste receptor detects umami flavours?

• Sweet

• Bitter

• Salty

• Glutamate