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Learning Objectives

At the end of this simulation, you will be able to:

Outline the procedures comprising the Kjeldahl method.
Assess the nitrogen levels within a food specimen.
Compute the protein content of a sample based on the determined nitrogen content.
Discuss the limitations of the Kjeldahl method when it comes to detecting melamine adulteration in milk powder.
Apply the principles of spiking and recovery within the field of analytical chemistry.
Interpret basic data obtained from Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry/Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) analyses.
Explain the fundamental components of an LC-MS/MS analysis.
Evaluate the potential occurrence of food fraud based on the available data.

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Virtual Lab: Kjeldahl Method - Estimating Protein Levels in Food

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LMS Integration

imaginX seamlessly integrates with leading LMS (Learning Management Systems), enabling educators to track student performance and allowing students to maintain their work records. It is compatible with popular platforms such as Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, Google Classroom, Schoology, Sakai, Brightspace/D2L, and can also be used independently of an LMS.