Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION III
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF BULACAN
PRENZA NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

2nd Quarter PRETEST IN CONSUMER CHEMISTRY

Choose the letter of the best answer.

1. It is known for its high melting point and does not discolor at high temperature which makes it ideal for use in
pharmaceuticals and nutritional tablets.
a. maltitol c. sorbitol
b. mannitol d. xylitol
2. Which of the given artificial sweetener occurs naturally in cherries, plums, apples, many berries, seaweeds, and algae
and is moderately sweet, relatively inexpensive
and has less shelf life because of hygroscopic property.
a. maltitol c. sorbitol
b. mannitol d. xylitol
3. It is a disaccharide alcohol of glucose and sorbitol. Its sweetness is 75-80% that of sucrose and its quality of taste
resembles that of sucrose.
a. erythritol c. lycasin
b. isomaltose d. maltitol
4. Which of the following statements is NOT true about mannitol?
a. It is a polyol made by hydrogenation of fructose.
b. It does not absorb moisture into products and is therefore often used as a dusting powder for chewing gum to
prevent the gum from sticking to manufacturing equipment and wrappers.
c. It is also included in chocolate-flavored coating agents for ice cream and sweets
due to its high melting point and does not discolor at high temperatures.
d. It prevents the accumulation of plaque on the tooth surfaces.
5. Which of the following statements describes an isomaltose?
a.It is considered as an excellent sweetener for infants, children, and diabetic patients.
b.It occurs naturally in cherries, plums, apples, many berries, seaweeds, and algae.
c.It is moderately sweet, relatively inexpensive and has less shelf life.
d.In large dose, it may cause osmotic transfer of water into the bowel leading to diarrhea.
6. Food additives are substances that are added to food to preserve or enhance the food’s freshness, taste and
appearance. Which of the following are the two groups of food additives?
a. organic and inorganic c. compounds and mixtures
b. natural and synthetic d. biotic and abiotic
7. Which of the following is a coating agent?
a. potassium nitrite c. cottonseed oil
b. myrrh oil d. chlorophyll
8. Which of the following are substances that can shield the cells from free radicals that can play a role in the
development of heart disease and cancer?
a. antioxidants c. emulsifiers
b. color fixative d. preservatives
9. It is a caratenoid that occurs naturally in tomatoes.
a. chlorophyll c. propyll gallate
b. lycopene d. sorbic acid
10. Which of the following is the agent that decreases and hinders foam formation in liquids during industrial processes?
a. defoamers c. stabilizers
b. emulsifiers d. thickeners
11. The following are artificial sweetening agents except:
a. Sucrose c. Aspartame
b. Sucralose d. Advantame
12. The process of extending the shelf life of foods is called:
a. food processing c. food preservation
b. food manufacturing d. food packaging
13. Nitrates and nitrites are antimicrobial preservatives commonly used in:
a. breads c. processed meat products
b. jams d. carbonated drinks
14. As a natural preservative, salt (Sodium Chloride) is used to:
a. add taste to the food
b. remove moisture to prevent bacteria from growing
c. prevent oxidation
d. add nutritional value to the food
15. What government agency is responsible for monitoring trading and public safety standards in food and drug
industry?
a. Department of Health
b. Food and Drug Administration
c. National Food Authority
d. Department of Agriculture
16. What food preservatives are found in fruits?
a. benzoates b. nitrates c. sorbates d. sulfites
17. Which food preservatives are used in foods as antimicrobial preservatives?
a. benzoates b. nitrates c. sorbates d. sulfites
18. They serve as curing agents in meat products. These food preservatives are
known as ___________________.
a. benzoates b. nitrates c. sorbates d. sulfites
19. ADHD symptom is a side effect of a food preservative called _______________.
a. propyl gallate c. sodium benzoate
b. sulfur dioxide d. sodium nitrate
20. Sorbates can cause urticaria also known as ______________________.
a. arthritis b. hives c. poison ivy d. rhinitis
21. Migraine is a neurological condition that can cause symptoms of several kinds. It is often marked by intense,
debilitating headaches. Which of the following food additive is known to cause migraine?
a. tartrazine c. carrageenan
b. parabens d. aspartame
22. Numbness puts pressure on blood vessels and nerves, reducing the feeling of
sensitivity. Which of the following food additives is associated to numbness?
a. MSG c. cottonseed oil
b. guar gum d. casein
23. The most common cause of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease, a continuous deterioration in taught, behavioral and
social skills of an individual. Studies
have linked this disease to _____ .
a. potassium alginate c. calcium sulfate
b. nitrates d. aspartame
24. Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) and butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) are widely used preservatives use to prevent
color, odor and taste changes in some food products. It is known to cause _____.
a. heart diseases c. chronic hives
b. diabetes d. cancers
25. Which of the following food additive is being linked to constipation?
a. erythorbic acid c. lycopene
b. guar gum d. propyll gallate