Question

Colostrum has a higher percentage of what nutrients than normal milk?

(a) Protein

(b) Vitamin A and energy

(c) Mineral

(d) Protein, energy, minerals, vitamin A

The question was asked in an online quiz.

The origin of the question is Dairy Farm in section Pastuerization of Milk and Long Life Milk of Dairy Engineering

Answer 1

Right choice is (d) Protein, energy, minerals, vitamin A

To elaborate: Colostrum is a form of milk produced by the mammary glands of during pregnancy. .Colostrum consists of antibodies to protect the newborn against disease. In general, protein concentration in colostrum is substantially higher than in milk.