Egg (food)

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/egg-food

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the scientific classification (chicken)?Gallus gallus domesticus
2. What is the macronutrient profile (per large egg)?Approx. 6g protein, 5g fat, <1g carbohydrates
3. What is an egg made of?An egg has a yolk, a white (albumen), and a shell. The yolk contains fat, vitamins, and minerals, while the white is mostly water and protein. The shell protects the inside and lets air in.
4. Why are eggs good for growing muscles?Eggs are a complete protein, giving all nine essential amino acids. They help build and repair muscles, which is important for growing kids.

Lecithin: A phospholipid found in egg yolks that acts as a natural emulsifier, stabilizing mixtures of oil and water.
Denaturation: The process where the structure of a protein is altered, typically by heat or acid, leading to changes in its properties.
Bioavailability: The degree and rate at which a nutrient is absorbed and becomes available to the body for use.