Which technique is used to assess the interior quality of eggs?

• A. Candling
• B. Grading
• C. Washing
• D. Measuring

Answer: (A)

Candling uses a bright light to illuminate eggs from the shell’s interior, letting you see inside without breaking the shell. This lets you judge interior quality by inspecting the air cell size (a freshness indicator), the clarity and thickness of the albumen, and the yolk’s position, as well as spotting cracks or blood spots. It’s a non-destructive, quick way to assess interior condition, which is why it’s standard in egg processing and grading. Grading refers to size or shell quality and overall grade, not the interior state. Washing cleans the exterior surface, and measuring isn’t a typical method for interior quality assessment.