Lesson 3.6.2.2.2
3.6.2.2.2 Additives and GM foods: positive and negative aspects Quiz: AQA Food Preparation and Nutrition, Unit 5
20 questions
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Lesson 3.6.2.2.2, Additives and GM foods: positive and negative aspects: 20 multiple choice questions for the AQA GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition (8585), Unit 5: Food provenance, written with Revision Ninja.
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The 20 questions
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Which food additive type is used to restore colour lost during food processing?
- Preservative
- Colouring
- Emulsifier
- Antioxidant
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Which additive type helps prevent oil and water from separating in products like mayonnaise?
- Emulsifier
- Preservative
- Stabiliser
- Humectant
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Which food additive type is used to stop bacteria and mould from growing?
- Emulsifier
- Colouring
- Flavour enhancer
- Preservative
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Which additive type is used to keep the uniform texture and consistency of processed foods?
- Sweetener
- Stabiliser
- Preservative
- Leavening agent
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What is the primary purpose of adding flavourings to food products?
- Improve vitamin content
- Enhance sensory appeal
- Prevent bacterial growth
- Extend shelf life
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What is a major positive benefit of using preservatives in food manufacturing?
- Removes all bacteria
- Enhances natural colour
- Increases fat content
- Reduces food waste
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What common consumer concern is raised regarding artificial food colourings?
- Complete nutrient loss
- Severe allergic shock
- Rapid tooth decay
- Children's behaviour effects
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Which additive type is used to alter the viscosity or thickness of a sauce?
- Humectant
- Thickener
- Preservative
- Emulsifier
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What does GM stand for in food production?
- Globally mixed
- Growth managed
- Genetically modified
- Genetically made
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What is a major positive benefit of growing GM crops?
- Brighter colours
- Sweeter taste
- Faster cooking
- Pest resistance
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Which environmental concern is often raised regarding GM foods?
- Ocean acidification
- Loss of biodiversity
- Soil salinity
- Ozone depletion
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Which food additive stops oil and water from separating in dressings?
- Emulsifier
- Humectant
- Preservative
- Stabiliser
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Why are food additives strictly regulated by law?
- To improve colour
- To ensure safety
- To reduce costs
- To speed ripening
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What is the primary role of antioxidants used as food additives?
- Adding sweetness
- Preventing oxidation
- Thickening sauces
- Providing colour
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What ethical concern is often debated regarding genetically modified crops?
- Cooking temperatures
- Natural diversity
- Packaging waste
- Transport miles
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Which food label section lists added colourings and preservatives?
- Storage instructions
- Nutrition panel
- Ingredients list
- Cooking guidelines
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Which additive keeps ice cream texture smooth by stopping large ice crystals?
- Bleaching agent
- Humectant
- Emulsifier
- Stabiliser
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What is the main function of a preservative in jarred foods?
- Brightening colour
- Extending shelf-life
- Enhancing flavour
- Improving texture
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What is a common consumer concern regarding chemical preservatives?
- Stronger odours
- Long-term health
- Reduced protein
- Higher calories
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Within the UK, food additives must be approved and used within what?
- Set limits
- Daily budgets
- Export quotas
- Seasonal windows
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