Question 1

High-quality proteins

Accepted Answer

A)  provide ample amounts of all of the essential amino acids. 
B)  yield 7 kilocalories per gram. 
C)  cannot be used to synthesize body proteins. 
D)  are found only in foods of plant origin. 
A)  provide ample amounts of all of the essential amino acids. 
B)  yield 7 kilocalories per gram. 
C)  cannot be used to synthesize body proteins. 
D)  are found only in foods of plant origin.

Question 2

Among children with kwashiorkor,

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A)  calorie intake may be low, but protein intake is severely deficient. 
B)  intakes of both calories and protein are severely deficient. 
C)  protein intake may be low, but calorie intake is severely deficient. 
D)  calorie intake may be low, but carbohydrate intake is severely deficient. 
A)  calorie intake may be low, but protein intake is severely deficient. 
B)  intakes of both calories and protein are severely deficient. 
C)  protein intake may be low, but calorie intake is severely deficient. 
D)  calorie intake may be low, but carbohydrate intake is severely deficient.

Question 3

The nitrogen from amino acid breakdown is

Accepted Answer

A)  stored in the liver. 
B)  oxidized to carbohydrate. 
C)  converted to urea. 
D)  converted to fat. 
A)  stored in the liver. 
B)  oxidized to carbohydrate. 
C)  converted to urea. 
D)  converted to fat.

Question 4

In the case of sickle cell anemia, slight alterations in the DNA code lead to

Accepted Answer

A)  defects in the membranes of red blood cells. 
B)  changes in the structure of the protein hemoglobin. 
C)  poor use of glucose for energy. 
D)  inability of red blood cells to make protein. 
A)  defects in the membranes of red blood cells. 
B)  changes in the structure of the protein hemoglobin. 
C)  poor use of glucose for energy. 
D)  inability of red blood cells to make protein.

Question 5

High-protein diets may be harmful for

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A)  individuals with kidney disease. 
B)  athletes. 
C)  the elderly. 
D)  body builders. 
A)  individuals with kidney disease. 
B)  athletes. 
C)  the elderly. 
D)  body builders.

Question 6

When protein consumption is in excess of body needs and energy needs are met, the excess amino acids are broken down and the energy in the molecule is

Accepted Answer

A)  stored as fat. 
B)  excreted in the urine. 
C)  stored as amino acids in muscle. 
D)  stored as amino acids in the liver. 
A)  stored as fat. 
B)  excreted in the urine. 
C)  stored as amino acids in muscle. 
D)  stored as amino acids in the liver.

Question 7

Which of the following is one of the eight most common food allergens?

Accepted Answer

A)  Milk 
B)  Chocolate 
C)  Beef 
D)  Mangoes 
A)  Milk 
B)  Chocolate 
C)  Beef 
D)  Mangoes

Question 8

Short chain proteins and ________ are the end products of protein digestion that can be taken up by the absorptive cells of the small intestine.

Accepted Answer

A)  amino acids 
B)  nitrogen 
C)  polypeptides 
D)  amino groups 
A)  amino acids 
B)  nitrogen 
C)  polypeptides 
D)  amino groups

Question 9

Kwashiorkor and marasmus are two forms of

Accepted Answer

A)  protein-energy malnutrition. 
B)  protein overload. 
C)  genetic diseases. 
D)  anemia. 
A)  protein-energy malnutrition. 
B)  protein overload. 
C)  genetic diseases. 
D)  anemia.

Question 10

Many legumes are deficient in the essential amino acid ________, while grains are limited in lysine.

Accepted Answer

A)  methionine 
B)  alanine 
C)  lysine 
D)  arginine 
A)  methionine 
B)  alanine 
C)  lysine 
D)  arginine

Question 11

Which type of anemia results from an error in the DNA code?

Accepted Answer

A)  Iron-deficiency anemia 
B)  Megaloblastic anemia 
C)  Sickle cell anemia 
D)  Microcytic anemia 
A)  Iron-deficiency anemia 
B)  Megaloblastic anemia 
C)  Sickle cell anemia 
D)  Microcytic anemia

Question 12

The RDA for protein translates into approximately what percentage of total daily calorie needs?

Accepted Answer

A)  5% 
B)  10% 
C)  15% 
D)  20% 
A)  5% 
B)  10% 
C)  15% 
D)  20%

Question 13

Amino acids are transported via the ________ vein to the liver.

Accepted Answer

A)  subclavian 
B)  renal 
C)  intestinal 
D)  portal 
A)  subclavian 
B)  renal 
C)  intestinal 
D)  portal

Question 14

Cooking an egg alters its appearance due to

Accepted Answer

A)  denaturation. 
B)  emulsification. 
C)  esterification. 
D)  detoxification. 
A)  denaturation. 
B)  emulsification. 
C)  esterification. 
D)  detoxification.

Question 15

A vegetarian who excludes animal flesh but consumes milk and eggs is referred to as a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  lactovegetarian. 
B)  lactoovovegetarian. 
C)  vegan. 
D)  ovovegetarian. 
A)  lactovegetarian. 
B)  lactoovovegetarian. 
C)  vegan. 
D)  ovovegetarian.

Question 16

The chemical element found in all amino acids but not found in either carbohydrates or fats is

Accepted Answer

A)  carbon. 
B)  nitrogen. 
C)  oxygen. 
D)  hydrogen. 
A)  carbon. 
B)  nitrogen. 
C)  oxygen. 
D)  hydrogen.

Question 17

The typical American diet supplies approximately what percentage of protein as essential amino acids?

Accepted Answer

A)  25% 
B)  40% 
C)  50% 
D)  10% 
A)  25% 
B)  40% 
C)  50% 
D)  10%

Question 18

An essential amino acid

Accepted Answer

A)  can be synthesized in the body if there is a nitrogen source. 
B)  can be synthesized in the body if caloric intake is adequate. 
C)  cannot be synthesized in the body in sufficient quantity to meet body needs. 
D)  can be formed in the body from nonessential amino acids. 
A)  can be synthesized in the body if there is a nitrogen source. 
B)  can be synthesized in the body if caloric intake is adequate. 
C)  cannot be synthesized in the body in sufficient quantity to meet body needs. 
D)  can be formed in the body from nonessential amino acids.

Question 19

Proteins regulate the acid-base balance of the blood by

Accepted Answer

A)  acting as buffers. 
B)  releasing nitrogen. 
C)  synthesizing hydrochloric acid. 
D)  binding sodium ions. 
A)  acting as buffers. 
B)  releasing nitrogen. 
C)  synthesizing hydrochloric acid. 
D)  binding sodium ions.

Question 20

Human enzymes digest proteins in which areas of the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  Mouth and stomach 
B)  Mouth and small intestine 
C)  Stomach and small intestine 
D)  Small and large intestines 
A)  Mouth and stomach 
B)  Mouth and small intestine 
C)  Stomach and small intestine 
D)  Small and large intestines

High-quality proteins

Among children with kwashiorkor,

The nitrogen from amino acid breakdown is

In the case of sickle cell anemia, slight alterations in the DNA code lead to

High-protein diets may be harmful for

When protein consumption is in excess of body needs and energy needs are met, the excess amino acids are broken down and the energy in the molecule is

Which of the following is one of the eight most common food allergens?

Short chain proteins and ________ are the end products of protein digestion that can be taken up by the absorptive cells of the small intestine.

Kwashiorkor and marasmus are two forms of

Many legumes are deficient in the essential amino acid ________, while grains are limited in lysine.

Which type of anemia results from an error in the DNA code?

The RDA for protein translates into approximately what percentage of total daily calorie needs?

Amino acids are transported via the ________ vein to the liver.

Cooking an egg alters its appearance due to

A vegetarian who excludes animal flesh but consumes milk and eggs is referred to as a(n)

The chemical element found in all amino acids but not found in either carbohydrates or fats is

The typical American diet supplies approximately what percentage of protein as essential amino acids?

An essential amino acid

Proteins regulate the acid-base balance of the blood by

Human enzymes digest proteins in which areas of the body?

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Exam 6: Proteins

High-quality proteins

Among children with kwashiorkor,

The nitrogen from amino acid breakdown is

In the case of sickle cell anemia, slight alterations in the DNA code lead to

High-protein diets may be harmful for

When protein consumption is in excess of body needs and energy needs are met, the excess amino acids are broken down and the energy in the molecule is

Which of the following is one of the eight most common food allergens?

Short chain proteins and ________ are the end products of protein digestion that can be taken up by the absorptive cells of the small intestine.

Kwashiorkor and marasmus are two forms of

Many legumes are deficient in the essential amino acid ________, while grains are limited in lysine.

Which type of anemia results from an error in the DNA code?

The RDA for protein translates into approximately what percentage of total daily calorie needs?

Amino acids are transported via the ________ vein to the liver.

Cooking an egg alters its appearance due to

A vegetarian who excludes animal flesh but consumes milk and eggs is referred to as a(n)

The chemical element found in all amino acids but not found in either carbohydrates or fats is

The typical American diet supplies approximately what percentage of protein as essential amino acids?

An essential amino acid

Proteins regulate the acid-base balance of the blood by

Human enzymes digest proteins in which areas of the body?

Nutrition, Food Choices, and Health

Designing a Healthy Dietary Pattern

The Human Body: a Nutrition Perspective

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Energy Balance and Weight Control

Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Nutrition: Fitness and Sports

Eating Disorders

Global Nutrition

Protecting Our Food Supply

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition From Infancy Through Adolescence

Nutrition During Adulthood

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