Author Question: Which of the following fibers is water insoluble? a. gums b. pectins c. cellulose d. mucilages ... (Read 87 times)

karen

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 537
Which of the following fibers is water insoluble?
 
  a. gums
  b. pectins
  c. cellulose
  d. mucilages
  e. phytics

Question 2

A functional fiber is one that ____.
 
  a. occurs naturally in the intact plant
  b. performs a specific function in the plant
  c. is extracted from plants and has a beneficial health effect
  d. is a polysaccharide that is stored primarily in muscle and liver of animals
  e. is a manufactured food additive used in refined foods.



dudman123

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 304
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

People with alcoholism are at a much greater risk of malnutrition than are other people and usually exhibit low levels of most vitamins (especially folic acid). This is because alcohol often takes the place of 50% of their daily intake of calories, with little nutritional value contained in it.

Did you know?

There are more bacteria in your mouth than there are people in the world.

Did you know?

Drugs are in development that may cure asthma and hay fever once and for all. They target leukotrienes, which are known to cause tightening of the air passages in the lungs and increase mucus productions in nasal passages.

Did you know?

The most dangerous mercury compound, dimethyl mercury, is so toxic that even a few microliters spilled on the skin can cause death. Mercury has been shown to accumulate in higher amounts in the following types of fish than other types: swordfish, shark, mackerel, tilefish, crab, and tuna.

Did you know?

There are actually 60 minerals, 16 vitamins, 12 essential amino acids, and three essential fatty acids that your body needs every day.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library