Question 1

Which of the following represents the correct sequence of steps that occur in protein synthesis?

Accepted Answer

A)  translation → transcription → mRNA takes genetic code to ribosomes 
B)  mRNA takes genetic code to ribosomes → translation → transcription 
C)  transcription → mRNA takes genetic code to ribosomes → translation 
D)  mRNA takes genetic code to ribosomes → transcription → translation 
A)  translation → transcription → mRNA takes genetic code to ribosomes 
B)  mRNA takes genetic code to ribosomes → translation → transcription 
C)  transcription → mRNA takes genetic code to ribosomes → translation 
D)  mRNA takes genetic code to ribosomes → transcription → translation

Question 2

A poorly planned vegan diet is likely to be deficient in all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium. 
B)  phytochemicals. 
C)  vitamin D. 
D)  vitamin B12. 
A)  calcium. 
B)  phytochemicals. 
C)  vitamin D. 
D)  vitamin B12.

Question 3

Review where digestive processes of protein occur. Select the letter that indicates where protein-digesting enzymes are released from this organ, which aids brush border enzymes to breakdown protein.

Accepted Answer

A)  A 
B)  B 
C)  C 
D)  D 
A)  A 
B)  B 
C)  C 
D)  D

Question 4

Children who followed a vegetarian lifestyle will be malnourished.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

MyPlate and the Dietary Guidelines include recommendations regarding both animal and plant sources of protein to meet your need for protein and essential amino acids.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

_________ , an enzyme, is produced in the stomach and breaks some of the peptide bonds in polypeptide chains.

Accepted Answer

A)  Amylase 
B)  Denaturase 
C)  Dipeptidase 
D)  Pepsin 
A)  Amylase 
B)  Denaturase 
C)  Dipeptidase 
D)  Pepsin

Question 7

Enzyme supplements that function inside body tissues provide no benefits because the enzyme is broken down into amino acids during digestion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

You would expect that a child who is growing to be in _____ nitrogen balance.

Accepted Answer

A)  negative 
B)  positive 
C)  neither negative nor positive (equilibrium) 
A)  negative 
B)  positive 
C)  neither negative nor positive (equilibrium)

Question 9

Which of the following symptoms is characteristic of kwashiorkor?

Accepted Answer

A)  Decreases in intelligence and learning ability 
B)  Energy deficiency 
C)  Muscle wasting 
D)  Swollen belly 
A)  Decreases in intelligence and learning ability 
B)  Energy deficiency 
C)  Muscle wasting 
D)  Swollen belly

Question 10

During the synthesis of a protein, a shortage of one amino acid will not stop synthesis, but two or more missing amino acids will impact protein synthesis negatively.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Why are vegans at risk for vitamin B₁₂ deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Vegans are at risk for vitamin B12 defic

Question 12

Protein quality is a measure of how good the protein in a food is at providing the non-essential amino acids the body needs to synthesize proteins.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Proteins have both structural and regulatory functions in the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Amino acids are used to make all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  creatine. 
B)  histamine. 
C)  melanin. 
D)  Vitamin D. 
A)  creatine. 
B)  histamine. 
C)  melanin. 
D)  Vitamin D.

Question 15

Someone whose nitrogen output is greater than their nitrogen intake is said to be in

Accepted Answer

A)  nitrogen balance 
B)  positive nitrogen balance 
C)  negative nitrogen balance 
D)  There is insufficient information provided to determine the status. 
A)  nitrogen balance 
B)  positive nitrogen balance 
C)  negative nitrogen balance 
D)  There is insufficient information provided to determine the status.

Question 16

Most of the nitrogen we lose is lost in/through our

Accepted Answer

A)  feces. 
B)  skin. 
C)  sweat. 
D)  urine. 
A)  feces. 
B)  skin. 
C)  sweat. 
D)  urine.

Question 17

The phrase "structure determines function" is appropriately used in reference to protein. With this phrase in mind, discuss the following: what does the term "denature" mean? Describe how heating an egg is an example of a denatured protein. Describe how "soured" milk is an example of denatured protein.

Accepted Answer

The term "denature" refers to the proces

Question 18

Soy provides phytochemicals called isoflavones, which have estrogen-like effects. What are the beneficial aspects of isoflavones?

Accepted Answer

Isoflavones are a class of phytochemical

Question 19

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that attacks the lining of the small intestine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Indicate each of the general structures for a, b, and c.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Indicate each of the general structures for...

Which of the following represents the correct sequence of steps that occur in protein synthesis?

A poorly planned vegan diet is likely to be deficient in all of the following EXCEPT

Review where digestive processes of protein occur. Select the letter that indicates where protein-digesting enzymes are released from this organ, which aids brush border enzymes to breakdown protein.

Children who followed a vegetarian lifestyle will be malnourished.

MyPlate and the Dietary Guidelines include recommendations regarding both animal and plant sources of protein to meet your need for protein and essential amino acids.

_________ , an enzyme, is produced in the stomach and breaks some of the peptide bonds in polypeptide chains.

Enzyme supplements that function inside body tissues provide no benefits because the enzyme is broken down into amino acids during digestion.

You would expect that a child who is growing to be in _____ nitrogen balance.

Which of the following symptoms is characteristic of kwashiorkor?

During the synthesis of a protein, a shortage of one amino acid will not stop synthesis, but two or more missing amino acids will impact protein synthesis negatively.

Why are vegans at risk for vitamin B₁₂ deficiency?

Protein quality is a measure of how good the protein in a food is at providing the non-essential amino acids the body needs to synthesize proteins.

Proteins have both structural and regulatory functions in the body.

Amino acids are used to make all of the following EXCEPT

Someone whose nitrogen output is greater than their nitrogen intake is said to be in

Most of the nitrogen we lose is lost in/through our

Soy provides phytochemicals called isoflavones, which have estrogen-like effects. What are the beneficial aspects of isoflavones?

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that attacks the lining of the small intestine.

Indicate each of the general structures for a, b, and c.

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Exam 6: Proteins and Amino Acids

Which of the following represents the correct sequence of steps that occur in protein synthesis?

A poorly planned vegan diet is likely to be deficient in all of the following EXCEPT

Review where digestive processes of protein occur. Select the letter that indicates where protein-digesting enzymes are released from this organ, which aids brush border enzymes to breakdown protein.

Children who followed a vegetarian lifestyle will be malnourished.

MyPlate and the Dietary Guidelines include recommendations regarding both animal and plant sources of protein to meet your need for protein and essential amino acids.

_________ , an enzyme, is produced in the stomach and breaks some of the peptide bonds in polypeptide chains.

Enzyme supplements that function inside body tissues provide no benefits because the enzyme is broken down into amino acids during digestion.

You would expect that a child who is growing to be in _____ nitrogen balance.

Which of the following symptoms is characteristic of kwashiorkor?

During the synthesis of a protein, a shortage of one amino acid will not stop synthesis, but two or more missing amino acids will impact protein synthesis negatively.

Why are vegans at risk for vitamin B₁₂ deficiency?

Protein quality is a measure of how good the protein in a food is at providing the non-essential amino acids the body needs to synthesize proteins.

Proteins have both structural and regulatory functions in the body.

Amino acids are used to make all of the following EXCEPT

Someone whose nitrogen output is greater than their nitrogen intake is said to be in

Most of the nitrogen we lose is lost in/through our

Soy provides phytochemicals called isoflavones, which have estrogen-like effects. What are the beneficial aspects of isoflavones?

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that attacks the lining of the small intestine.

Indicate each of the general structures for a, b, and c.

Nutrition: Everyday Choices

Guidelines for a Healthy Diet

Digestion: From Meals to Molecules

Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fibers

Lipids: Fats, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Energy Balance and Weight Management

Nutrition, Fitness, and Physical Activity

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Infancy

Nutrition From 1 to 100

How Safe Is Our Food Supply

Feeding the World

Filters