Question

Which is untrue with respect to pectin, a naturally occurring polysaccharide in fruits, in the food industry?

(a) It forms the basis for jelly manufacture

(b) Pectin + Sugar + Acid = Gel

(c) Pectin unstabilizes particles in orange juice and makes them settle down

(d) They’re used as thickeners and stabilizers

This question was addressed to me in an international level competition.

I'm obligated to ask this question of Water, Carbohydrates and Dietary Fibre topic in division Water, Carbohydrates and Dietary Fibre of Food Engineering

Answer 1

Right choice is (c) Pectin unstabilizes particles in orange juice and makes them settle down

To explain: Pectin stabilizes the particles in the orange juice which give it the color, from settling down. All the other points are correct.