Exam 5: Proteins

An enzyme is a protein that ____.

Why is it commonly recommended that vegetarian athletes consume approximately 10% more protein than non-vegetarian athletes?

Which of the following is an example of a complete protein?

Dispensable amino acids are absorbed more rapidly than indispensable amino acids.

The primary structure of a polypeptide determines how a protein will function.

The _____ system is highly dependent on protein because of rapid cell turnover.

Most foods contain a mixture of macronutrients (proteins, carbohydrates, and fats).

The organ considered the clearinghouse for most amino acids is the ____.

The primary (1st level)structure of the protein determines its ____.

A food protein that contains all of the indispensable amino acids in the proper amounts and proportions to support growth is known as a(n)____.

The process that builds complex molecules from simple molecules is ____.

What is the purported mechanism for glucosamine supplementation?

Explain how the structure of a protein determines its function. Give examples of roles that amino acids play in primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary level structure.

When skeletal muscle is catabolized, the amino acids are returned to the amino acid pool.

Is a 50 g\day branched chain amino acid (BCAA)supplement considered safe?

Make compelling arguments for and against the use of protein supplements by athletes.

Low protein intake is most common in athletes who restrict their __________, a situation that commonly occurs in sports such as distance running, wrestling, gymnastics, and figure skating.

Which of the following can be broken down into glucose?