FOOD TECHNOLOGY

INTRODUCTION TO FOOD TECHNOLOGY

FOOD SCIENCE VS FOOD TECHNOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Carotenes are a group of compounds that are phytochemicals. Which foods are good sources of carotenes?
A
collard greens
B
kidney beans
C
onions
D
strawberries
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Good sources of alpha-carotene include pumpkin, carrots, tomatoes, collards, tangerines, winter squash and peas, said Premkumar. Lycopene is a bright red pigment responsible for the color of watermelons, tomatoes, guavas and grapefruit.

Detailed explanation-2: -Fat-soluble plant pigments, carotenoids, are extensively studied micronutrient phytochemicals for their potential health benefits. It is noteworthy that specific carotenoids may be responsible for different protective effects against certain diseases.

Detailed explanation-3: -Carotenes are naturally synthesized by plants but not by animals, except for certain species of aphids and spider mites. -carotene, -carotene, and lycopene are examples of carotenes. They are important in photosynthesis since they are able to absorb UV, violet and blue light.

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