The average specific gravity of skimmed milk is?

LPT-0137

QUESTION

The average specific gravity of skimmed milk is?

OPTIONS

(A) 1.035 to 1.037
(B) 1.028 to 1.030
(C) 1.030 to 1.032
(D) 1.032 to 1.034

ANSWER

(A) 1.035 to 1.037

EXPLANATION

Removing fat increases the specific gravity of milk because milk fat is less dense than the serum phase. Skim milk therefore commonly has a specific gravity around 1.035–1.037, higher than ordinary whole milk. Hence, option (A) is correct.

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