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Food Science and Technology QUESTION #5918
Question 1
The MSNF (milk solids-not-fat) content of whole cow milk is approximately:
  • \(3.5\%\)
  • \(8.5\text{–}9\%\)✔️
  • \(12\%\)
  • \(1.5\%\)
Correct Answer Explanation
MSNF includes all milk solids excluding fat: protein (\(\approx 3.2\%\)), lactose (\(\approx 4.8\%\)), minerals (\(\approx 0.7\%\)) and vitamins. Total MSNF \(\approx 8.5\text{–}9\%\). Whole milk TS = fat (\(\approx 3.5\text{–}4\%\)) + MSNF (\(\approx 8.5\text{–}9\%\)) \(\approx 12\text{–}13\%\).