Gluten is primarily made up ofI. gliadinII. gluteninIII. waterA. I onlyB. II onlyC. I and IID. II and IIIE. All of the above

Break Down the Problem

1. Identify the components of gluten.
2. Evaluate the options provided based on the identified components.

Relevant Concepts

• Gluten is a composite protein found in wheat and some other grains. It is primarily formed from two main proteins:
  • I. Gliadin: A protein that provides extensibility to the dough.
  • II. Glutenin: A protein that provides strength and elasticity.
• III. Water does not contribute to the formation of gluten; rather, it is necessary for the hydration of these proteins.

Analysis and Detail

1. Both gliadin and glutenin are essential components of gluten, making option C (I and II) a relevant choice.
2. Water, while necessary for the gluten formation process, is not a component of gluten itself.

Verify and Summarize

• Options A (I only), B (II only), D (II and III), and E (All of the above) are inaccurate as they either exclude a crucial component (gliadin or glutenin) or inaccurately include water.

Final Answer

C. I and II (Gliadin and Glutenin) are the primary components of gluten.