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What in the world are you eating?

Created by lfhaines

Fun Trivia : Quizzes : Food & Drink
What in the world are you eating game quiz
"Food additives have been used by mankind for centuries. For example, salt was used for centuries to preserve foods. I will give you the chemical additive and you tell me what it is used for. Bon Appetit!"

15 Points Per Correct Answer - No time limit  



1. What is SORBITAN MONOSTEARATE?
    An antimicrobial agent.
    A preservative.
    An emulsifier.
    A kosher requirement for certain meats.


2. What is POTASSIUM SORBATE used for?
    A coloring agent.
    As a thickener.
    To stabilize dairy products.
    It prevents growth of mold.


3. What is SODIUM BENZOATE used for?
    It controls acidity.
    It provides texture.
    As a flavoring agent.
    As a preservative.


4. What is PROPYL GALLATE used for?
    As a preservative.
    As an antioxidant.
    It prevents the growth of mold.
    As a thickener.


5. What is POLYSORBATE 60?
    An emulsifier.
    an antioxidant.
    A coloring agent.
    A preservative.


6. What are MONO- and DIGLYCERIDES used for?
    To prevent the growth of mold.
    To keep cheese from going rancid.
    As a flavoring agent.
    As an emulsifier.


7. Why is LACTIC ACID added to food?
    To curdle milk.
    It controls acidity.
    As a thickener.
    As a preservative.


8. What is GUM ARABIC?
    A cover for acidic tastes.
    A gelling agent.
    A thickener.
    A flavor enhancer.


9. What is CARRAGEENAN for?
    To control foam from fermentation.
    As a thickener.
    To enhance flavor.
    To preservative food.


10. Why is Carnauba wax added to your food?
    It thickens the food.
    It is used as a glazing agent.
    It preserves the food.
    It keeps pickles tart.

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