Introductory Nutrition - Comprehensive Study Quiz

Description

Comprehensive study quiz for Introductory Nutrition. Only 50 questions will appear per attempt, so take it multiple times to cover everything!
Mara Roth
Quiz by Mara Roth, updated more than 1 year ago More Less
Mara Roth
Created by Mara Roth about 3 years ago
Mara Roth
Copied by Mara Roth about 3 years ago
Mara Roth
Copied by Mara Roth about 3 years ago
0
0

Resource summary

Question 1

Question
Proteins differ from carbohydrates and lipids due to the presence of _________.
Answer
  • carbon
  • hydrogen
  • nitrogen
  • oxygen

Question 2

Question
Our ________ dictates the structure of each protein molecule created by the body.
Answer
  • appetite
  • blood glucose
  • food intake pattern
  • genetic material (DNA)

Question 3

Question
The building blocks of proteins are ________.
Answer
  • amino acids
  • fatty acids
  • glucose molecules
  • sulfur-containing compounds

Question 4

Question
One of the important functions of proteins is to ________.
Answer
  • serve as the body's primary energy source
  • help maintain a strong immune system
  • act as emulsifiers
  • promote endurance during physical activity

Question 5

Question
There are ________ essential amino acids.
Answer
  • 4
  • 6
  • 9
  • 11

Question 6

Question
Peptide bonds are formed ________.
Answer
  • during the emulsification process
  • when proteins are denatured
  • by making fatty acids
  • by excluding water molecules

Question 7

Question
The enzyme in the stomach that begins the breakdown of proteins into shorter polypeptide chains and single amino acids is ________.
Answer
  • bicarbonate
  • lipoprotein lipase
  • intrinsic factor
  • pepsin

Question 8

Question
The side chain (R group) of the amino acid can be ________.
Answer
  • excreted in the urine
  • stored as energy
  • converted to muscle
  • used to provide energy for the body if needed

Question 9

Question
Urea is mostly synthesized from amino groups in the ________.
Answer
  • blood
  • liver
  • pancreas
  • small intestine

Question 10

Question
The denaturation of protein ________.
Answer
  • happens in the mouth
  • destroys its function
  • increases its chemical processes
  • forms a complete protein

Question 11

Question
An adequate intake of protein is ________ of total calories.
Answer
  • 5-10%
  • 10-15%
  • 15-25%
  • 20-40%

Question 12

Question
An essential amino acid ________.
Answer
  • forms a complete protein
  • is needed only during periods of rapid growth
  • is not required in the diet
  • cannot be synthesized in sufficient amounts to meet the body's needs

Question 13

Question
The quality of protein refers to ________.
Answer
  • the protein structural level
  • the ability to promote weight loss
  • its freedom from toxic components
  • its ability to support body maintenance

Question 14

Question
________ and ________ are complimentary foods that provide the essential amino acids.
Answer
  • corn
  • beans
  • apple
  • celery
  • macaroni
  • potatoes
  • bread
  • butter

Question 15

Question
The RDA for protein of a 70-kilogram (154-pound) woman is ________ grams.
Answer
  • 35
  • 49
  • 56
  • 63

Question 16

Question
During which stage of life are protein needs the highest?
Answer
  • adolescence
  • adulthood
  • infancy
  • pregnancy

Question 17

Question
For growth during adolescence, protein balance should be in ________.
Answer
  • positive balance
  • equilibrium
  • negative balance
  • constant variation

Question 18

Question
________ is a measurement of protein quality that considers the ratio of amino acids as well as the digestibility of the protein in the food.
Answer
  • Mutual supplementation
  • PDCAAS
  • Deamination
  • Essential amino acids

Question 19

Question
Edema in the lower extremities may appear when there is a severe lack of dietary protein because ________.
Answer
  • blood protein levels increase and force fluid into the cells
  • blood protein levels drop and fluid shifts into the tissue
  • as sodium is retained in the body, fluid is also retained in the body
  • fluid retention optimizes protein nutrition

Question 20

Question
When compared to animal proteins, plant proteins ________.
Answer
  • are usually superior in their array of essential amino acids
  • are usually deficient in one or more essential amino acids
  • usually have equal quantities of essential amino acids
  • are equal in quality so long as they are served raw

Question 21

Question
An example of two incomplete protein foods eaten together to produce a complete protein meal is ________.
Answer
  • cereal with milk
  • hamburger on a bun
  • red beans and rice
  • spaghetti with tomato sauce

Question 22

Question
A total vegetarian or vegan will eat ________.
Answer
  • only fruits, nuts, eggs, and vegetables
  • only foods from plant sources
  • milk products, eggs, and fish
  • milk products

Question 23

Question
Vegetarians who do not eat any animal products or nutrient-fortified products should consider supplementing their diets with ________.
Answer
  • vitamin A
  • vitamin C
  • vitamin B12
  • vitamin E

Question 24

Question
Compared to omnivores, vegetarians tend to have ________.
Answer
  • poorer immune system
  • lower blood pressure
  • higher blood glucose levels
  • higher body weight

Question 25

Question
In order for athletes to increase their muscle size, they need to include ________.
Answer
  • high protein meals
  • sports drinks
  • protein supplements
  • resistance training

Question 26

Question
Organic substances that are insoluble in water are classified as ________.
Answer
  • carbohydrates
  • lipids
  • proteins
  • minerals

Question 27

Question
________ is the three-carbon "backbone" found in triglycerides.
Answer
  • Carbon skeleton
  • Sterol
  • Fatty acid
  • Glycerol

Question 28

Question
Fatty acids vary with the ________.
Answer
  • degree of saturation
  • nutritive content
  • calories per gram
  • cholesterol content

Question 29

Question
A key characteristic of essential fats is that they ________.
Answer
  • are monosaturated fatty acids
  • can be made from substances readily available in the body
  • must be supplied by the diet
  • are short-chain fatty acids

Question 30

Question
The type of lipid that has a ring structure is a(n) ________.
Answer
  • micelle
  • HDL
  • glycerol
  • sterol

Question 31

Question
The most typical form of lipids found in food is ________.
Answer
  • glycerol
  • lipoproteins
  • triglycerides
  • sterols

Question 32

Question
Olive and canola oil contain abundant amounts of ________ fats.
Answer
  • saturated
  • Hydrogenate
  • trans
  • monounsaturated

Question 33

Question
Which combination of foods is highest in fat?
Answer
  • Hamburger and fried potatoes
  • Tossed garden salad with flavored vinegar
  • Pancake with maple syrup
  • Fruit and cottage cheese

Question 34

Question
A food with "hidden" fat is ________.
Answer
  • a carrot
  • a blueberry muffin
  • soybean oil
  • butter

Question 35

Question
Hydrogenation of fat ________.
Answer
  • decreases shelf life
  • makes it softer
  • makes it more saturated
  • increases oxidative breakdown

Question 36

Question
Which statement about cholesterol is true?
Answer
  • It is an essential fatty acid
  • It can be synthesized by the body
  • It must be obtained from food
  • It is available from plant sources

Question 37

Question
Bile is produced in the ________.
Answer
  • gallbladder
  • small intestine
  • liver
  • pancreas

Question 38

Question
Phospholipids are water soluble because they ________.
Answer
  • are essential fatty acids
  • have a hydrophilic end
  • combine with bile salts
  • regulate transport of molecules into and out of the cells

Question 39

Question
Lipid-digesting enzymes are produced in the ________.
Answer
  • gallbladder
  • small intestine
  • liver
  • pancreas

Question 40

Question
A ________ is a spherical compound that transports the end-products of lipid digestion to the intestinal mucosal cells.
Answer
  • lipoprotein lipase
  • glycerol
  • VLDL
  • micelle

Question 41

Question
The primary source of energy for the body at rest is ________.
Answer
  • protein
  • glucose
  • fat
  • vitamins

Question 42

Question
A piece of cake containing 10 grams of fat has ________ fat calories.
Answer
  • 0
  • 40
  • 70
  • 90

Question 43

Question
Prolonged low-intensity physical activity depends on energy stored in ________.
Answer
  • adipose cells
  • muscle glycogen
  • liver glycogen
  • gallbladder

Question 44

Question
High amounts of medium-chain triglycerides such as ________ can negatively impact blood lipids.
Answer
  • olive oil
  • coconut oil
  • fish oil
  • canola oil

Question 45

Question
The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) for total fat is 20% to ________ % of total energy.
Answer
  • 25
  • 35
  • 45
  • 55

Question 46

Question
A modifiable risk factor for heart disease is ________.
Answer
  • family history
  • blood lipid levels
  • age
  • gender

Question 47

Question
Consuming ________ has the biggest impact on blood cholesterol levels.
Answer
  • monounsaturated fats
  • polyunsaturated fats
  • saturated fats
  • cholesterol

Question 48

Question
LDL-cholesterol is commonly referred to as "________" cholesterol.
Answer
  • trans
  • bad
  • low
  • good

Question 49

Question
The dietary lipid type that most profoundly raises LDL and lowers HDL is ________ fat.
Answer
  • monounsaturated
  • polyunsaturated
  • trans
  • cholesterol

Question 50

Question
A common type of prescription drug used to reduce body cholesterol levels is ________.
Answer
  • antihistamines
  • ACE inhibitors
  • statins
  • analgesics

Question 51

Question
Diets high in ________ can help reduce the production of endogenous VLDLs.
Answer
  • saturated fat
  • omega-3 fatty acids
  • fiber
  • antioxidants
Show full summary Hide full summary

Similar

MCAT Bio: Enzymes
Mike Nervo
Junior Cert Home Economics: Healthy Eating
dembaba987654321
Proteins
Ifeoma Ezepue
High and low risk foods
Bob Read
Dietary requirements through the lifecycle
a stoddart
Protein section 5
MrSujg
Protein section 3
MrSujg
G- Couple Protein Receptors
Has Maj
Nutrition and Energy Systems.
JoseFINE Capolingua