Multiple choice general knowledge

Cooking food often transforms its chemical make up

  1. True

  2. False

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Cooking involves chemical reactions like protein denaturation, caramelization, and the Maillard reaction that fundamentally change food's molecular structure. Heat breaks down proteins, starches, and other compounds, creating new flavors, aromas, and textures that didn't exist in the raw ingredients.