Milk & Milk Products (Leaving Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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What percentage of milk's protein content is made up of casein?
What percentage of milk's protein content is made up of casein?
Approximately 80%
Why is milk classified as a complete protein source?
Why is milk classified as a complete protein source?
Contains all 9 essential amino acids
What is the typical fat content of whole milk?
What is the typical fat content of whole milk?
Around 3.5%
Besides providing energy, what does lactose assist with in the body?
Besides providing energy, what does lactose assist with in the body?
Calcium absorption
Which vitamin in milk works with calcium to enhance bone health and immune function?
Which vitamin in milk works with calcium to enhance bone health and immune function?
Vitamin D
What temperature is milk heated to during HTST pasteurisation?
What temperature is milk heated to during HTST pasteurisation?
72°C
How long can unopened UHT milk be stored at room temperature?
How long can unopened UHT milk be stored at room temperature?
6-9 months
At what temperature should milk be stored to maintain freshness and prevent bacterial growth?
At what temperature should milk be stored to maintain freshness and prevent bacterial growth?
At or below 5°C
What is the primary purpose of homogenising milk?
What is the primary purpose of homogenising milk?
Preventing cream separation
What is added to milk during the production of condensed milk?
What is added to milk during the production of condensed milk?
Sugar
Which of these is a sign that milk has spoiled?
Which of these is a sign that milk has spoiled?
Sour taste
What causes milk to develop a brown colour during sterilisation?
What causes milk to develop a brown colour during sterilisation?
The Maillard reaction
What type of production system contributes to Ireland's high-quality milk?
What type of production system contributes to Ireland's high-quality milk?
Grass-based production systems