Wheat Structure and Milling

Which genus does wheat belong to?

• Oryza

• Triticum

• Hordeum

• Secale

What is the main function of the husk in wheat?

• Storing nutrients

• Protecting the kernel from external factors

• Providing elasticity to dough

• Enhancing flavour

Bran constitutes approximately what percentage of the wheat kernel weight?

• 10%

• 15%

• 25%

• 5%

Which part of the wheat kernel contains the highest amount of carbohydrates?

• Bran

• Endosperm

• Germ

• Husk

Which vitamin is wheat particularly rich in?

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin D

• Thiamine

• Vitamin C

What combination of proteins in wheat forms gluten?

• Albumin and Globulin

• Glutenin and Gliadin

• Cellulose and Hemicellulose

• Riboflavin and Niacin

Hard wheat is primarily used for producing:

• Biscuits

• Pastries

• Bread

• Cakes

The lipid content of wheat is mostly found in:

• Bran and Germ

• Husk and Bran

• Endosperm and Husk

• Endosperm only

What is the crude fiber content of wheat?

• 0.5–1%

• 2–2.5%

• 4–5%

• 6–7%

Which type of protein is NOT a gluten protein?

• Albumin

• Gliadin

• Glutenin

• Both b and c