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How many milligrams equals 1 grain?

1 gram = 1000 mg; 1 gram = 15 grains; 1 grain = ? mg answer: 1 grain=65mg; not 60 mg I was taught 1mg=60gr but I think you can use either one. I would … (MORE)

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What is the ploidy of cells of aleurone layer in cereal grains?

aleurone layer is a proteinous layer,which surrounds the endosperm. so,i think the ploidy of aleurone layer is triploid[3n].it play an important role in germination.

Salette Andrews

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I have a Master's degree in Technical Communication, and have written and edited articles on nutrition.

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What are some benefits of whole grain cereals on the body?

Whole (unrefined) grains are a rich source of vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, fiber, essential fats, and protein, especially if they are soaked and cooked, sprouted, or fer…mented. Seeds are how most plants reproduce. Some seeds are contained inside fleshy fruits that are eaten by animals. The flesh of the fruit is digested by the animal, while the seed passes through the digestive system intact to be deposited, encased in fertilizer, elsewhere. In order for the plant to reproduce, it's necessary that the seed pass through the digestive tract whole (undigested). Many plant seeds have developed defense mechanisms to make them more difficult to digest, including enzyme inhibitors that can interfere with digestion and other natural substances that block nutrient absorption. For example, phosphorus in the bran of whole grains is bound to a substance called phytic acid. Phytic acid prevents premature germination and stores nutrients for plant growth. Unfortunately, it also reduces the absorption of the important minerals calcium, magnesium, iron, and zinc, and reduces the digestibility of protein. This applies not only to the minerals and protein in the food containing the phytic acid, but also the food that you eat with it. Over time, these phytates can lead to mineral deficiencies, allergies, and irritation of the intestinal tract. Cereal grains also contain protease inhibitors, which block enzyme function and protect seeds from being eaten. These inhibitors can also prevent protease enzymes from digesting protein in the human digestive tract. Traditionally, humans soaked or fermented grains before eating them, processes that neutralize phytates and enzyme inhibitors so that all the nutrients are more available. Later, humans learned how to "refine" grains by removing the most nutritious parts: the bran and the germ. The remaining endosperm is mostly carbohydrate and lacks the majority of the other nutrients. That's one reason refined grains keep longer: other animals that we call "pests" don't find them as attractive. Relying on refined grains also meant that humans lost the traditional preparation methods of sprouting, soaking, and fermenting grains (except in the production of beer). (MORE)

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In Black Powder Guns

How many grains are in 1 pound of gun powder?

There are 7,000 grains in one pound of gun powder. Grains are measured at 437.5 grains per ounce.

Kiwiana76

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In Food & Cooking

The seven types of cereal grain are?

The most typical grains are wheat, rye, barley, oats, maize, rice, millet, sorghum, spelt, emmer , durum, triticale and einkorn. Then there are also pseudograins like amaran… (MORE)

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In Math and Arithmetic

How many grains in 1 carat?

1 grain is equal to 0.323 Carat (int) 1 carat (int) is equal to 3.086 Grain

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What is cereal?

It's usually a meal eaten sometimes throughout the morning, because you make sure you get all the vitamins you need before you take another meal. It's usually made with artifi… (MORE)

Jon Swindler

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Why do cereal grains expand upon cooking?

Cereal grains expand mainly because of water absorption. Starch granules in the cereal grains will gelatinate and absorb water when heated.

Calista E

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What is the answer to 20c plus 5 equals 5c plus 65?

20c + 5 = 5c + 65 Divide through by 5: 4c + 1 = c + 13 Subtract c from both sides: 3c + 1 = 13 Subtract 1 from both sides: 3c = 12 Divide both sides by 3: c = 4 20c + 5 = 5c … (MORE)

Karin L.

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There's more to raising cattle than throwing them out to pasture. Know your soil and plants to earn profit above ground and wealth below.

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What is the beard of a cereal grain called?

The "beard" portion of the seed head of a cereal grain plant is called, collectively, awns. A single awn is the bristle portion of a seed of grain that extends up at the t… (MORE)