Question

    The major chemical component of the maize kernel is

    starch.  Carbohydrates percentage (approx.) in maize crop is:
    A 65 - 68 % Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 70 - 80 % Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 25 -30% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 90 -95 % Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E 40-45% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Maize contains about: 70-87% (carbohydrates) starch (amylose and amylopectin), 6-13% protein.

    Practice Next