Egg Anatomy

Description: Test your knowledge about the anatomy of an egg.
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What is the outermost layer of an egg called?

  1. Yolk

  2. Albumen

  3. Shell

  4. Chalazae


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The shell is the hard, protective outer layer of an egg.

Which part of the egg is responsible for fertilization?

  1. Yolk

  2. Albumen

  3. Germinal disc

  4. Chalazae


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The germinal disc is a small, white spot on the surface of the yolk where fertilization takes place.

What is the thick, white part of an egg called?

  1. Yolk

  2. Albumen

  3. Shell

  4. Chalazae


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The albumen is the thick, white part of an egg that surrounds the yolk.

Which part of the egg is responsible for holding the yolk in place?

  1. Yolk

  2. Albumen

  3. Shell

  4. Chalazae


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The chalazae are two thick, twisted strands of albumen that help to hold the yolk in place.

What is the yellow part of an egg called?

  1. Yolk

  2. Albumen

  3. Shell

  4. Chalazae


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The yolk is the yellow part of an egg that contains the nutrients necessary for the development of an embryo.

Which part of the egg is responsible for providing nutrients to the developing embryo?

  1. Yolk

  2. Albumen

  3. Shell

  4. Chalazae


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The yolk is responsible for providing nutrients to the developing embryo.

What is the air cell in an egg called?

  1. Yolk

  2. Albumen

  3. Shell

  4. Air cell


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The air cell is a small pocket of air that is located at the blunt end of an egg.

Which part of the egg is responsible for protecting the embryo from bacteria?

  1. Yolk

  2. Albumen

  3. Shell

  4. Chalazae


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The shell is responsible for protecting the embryo from bacteria.

What is the average weight of a chicken egg?

  1. 50 grams

  2. 60 grams

  3. 70 grams

  4. 80 grams


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The average weight of a chicken egg is 60 grams.

Which part of the egg is responsible for providing energy to the developing embryo?

  1. Yolk

  2. Albumen

  3. Shell

  4. Chalazae


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The yolk is responsible for providing energy to the developing embryo.

What is the average length of a chicken egg?

  1. 5 centimeters

  2. 6 centimeters

  3. 7 centimeters

  4. 8 centimeters


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The average length of a chicken egg is 6 centimeters.

Which part of the egg is responsible for providing protein to the developing embryo?

  1. Yolk

  2. Albumen

  3. Shell

  4. Chalazae


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The albumen is responsible for providing protein to the developing embryo.

What is the average width of a chicken egg?

  1. 4 centimeters

  2. 5 centimeters

  3. 6 centimeters

  4. 7 centimeters


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The average width of a chicken egg is 4 centimeters.

Which part of the egg is responsible for providing vitamins and minerals to the developing embryo?

  1. Yolk

  2. Albumen

  3. Shell

  4. Chalazae


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The yolk is responsible for providing vitamins and minerals to the developing embryo.

What is the average shape of a chicken egg?

  1. Oval

  2. Round

  3. Square

  4. Rectangular


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The average shape of a chicken egg is oval.

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