Question 1

Describe the mechanical and chemical digestion of dietary protein.

Accepted Answer

Mechanical digestion of dietary protein

Question 2

A lacto-ovo-vegetarian omits animal flesh, dairy, and eggs, but does consume grains, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The proteins that help defend the body against bacteria, toxins, and allergens are called

Accepted Answer

A)  enzymes. 
B)  antibodies. 
C)  buffers. 
D)  transport proteins. 
A)  enzymes. 
B)  antibodies. 
C)  buffers. 
D)  transport proteins.

Question 4

Vegetarians who consume no animal products should be sure to consume supplements or foods fortified with

Accepted Answer

A)  amino acids. 
B)  quorn. 
C)  vitamins B12 and D and riboflavin, iron, calcium, and zinc. 
D)  vitamin C and phosphorus. 
A)  amino acids. 
B)  quorn. 
C)  vitamins B12 and D and riboflavin, iron, calcium, and zinc. 
D)  vitamin C and phosphorus.

Question 5

Which aspect of protein digestion occurs in the small intestine?

Accepted Answer

A)  Proteases break down polypeptides into smaller molecules. 
B)  Pepsin breaks down proteins into single amino acids. 
C)  Amino acids are stored. 
D)  Mechanical digestion begins. 
A)  Proteases break down polypeptides into smaller molecules. 
B)  Pepsin breaks down proteins into single amino acids. 
C)  Amino acids are stored. 
D)  Mechanical digestion begins.

Question 6

Enzyme supplements taken before bedtime can reduce the intestinal gas caused by legumes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

A high-protein diet is considered unhealthy for

Accepted Answer

A)  sedentary adults. 
B)  athletes. 
C)  people with kidney disease. 
D)  older women. 
A)  sedentary adults. 
B)  athletes. 
C)  people with kidney disease. 
D)  older women.

Question 8

Athletes need more protein than sedentary individuals because

Accepted Answer

A)  protein is the primary source of energy during intense exercise. 
B)  additional protein is needed to repair tissue damage caused by exercise. 
C)  they require less glucose during exercise. 
D)  tissue growth slows as a result of intense exercise. 
A)  protein is the primary source of energy during intense exercise. 
B)  additional protein is needed to repair tissue damage caused by exercise. 
C)  they require less glucose during exercise. 
D)  tissue growth slows as a result of intense exercise.

Question 9

Quorn is a source of protein derived from

Accepted Answer

A)  beef. 
B)  corn. 
C)  soy. 
D)  fermented fungus. 
A)  beef. 
B)  corn. 
C)  soy. 
D)  fermented fungus.

Question 10

The protein-energy malnutrition disease that causes severe muscle weakness and loss of muscle tissue and body fat is known as

Accepted Answer

A)  marasmus. 
B)  sickle cell anemia. 
C)  cystic fibrosis. 
D)  kwashiorkor. 
A)  marasmus. 
B)  sickle cell anemia. 
C)  cystic fibrosis. 
D)  kwashiorkor.

Question 11

When the blood's pH level becomes too basic, proteins help to balance pH by

Accepted Answer

A)  attracting hydrogen and neutralizing it. 
B)  releasing hydrogen into the blood. 
C)  producing antibodies. 
D)  converting pepsinogen into pepsin. 
A)  attracting hydrogen and neutralizing it. 
B)  releasing hydrogen into the blood. 
C)  producing antibodies. 
D)  converting pepsinogen into pepsin.

Question 12

The recommended protein intake for most adults is how many grams (per kilogram of bodyweight) per day?

Accepted Answer

A)  0.5 
B)  0.8 
C)  1.3 
D)  2.5 
A)  0.5 
B)  0.8 
C)  1.3 
D)  2.5

Question 13

Which of the following statements is False about the role hydrochloric acid plays in digestion?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hydrochloric acid denatures protein. 
B)  Hydrochloric acid inhibits the digestion of fat. 
C)  Hydrochloric acid breaks the strands of protein. 
D)  Hydrochloric acid converts pepsinogen to pepsin. 
A)  Hydrochloric acid denatures protein. 
B)  Hydrochloric acid inhibits the digestion of fat. 
C)  Hydrochloric acid breaks the strands of protein. 
D)  Hydrochloric acid converts pepsinogen to pepsin.

Question 14

The severe protein deficiency seen in toddlers when they are weaned from breast milk and fed a low-protein diet is called

Accepted Answer

A)  phenlyketonuria. 
B)  marasmus. 
C)  kwashiorkor. 
D)  cystic fibrosis. 
A)  phenlyketonuria. 
B)  marasmus. 
C)  kwashiorkor. 
D)  cystic fibrosis.

Question 15

Which of the following statements does NOT explain how the body uses macronutrients for energy?

Accepted Answer

A)  The healthy body's primary energy sources are carbohydrate and fat. 
B)  The body stores excess protein primarily for energy reserves. 
C)  To utilize protein for energy, the body breaks down protein into individual amino acids. 
D)  Eating sufficient fat will spare body protein. 
A)  The healthy body's primary energy sources are carbohydrate and fat. 
B)  The body stores excess protein primarily for energy reserves. 
C)  To utilize protein for energy, the body breaks down protein into individual amino acids. 
D)  Eating sufficient fat will spare body protein.

Question 16

Insulin, glucagon, and the thyroid hormone are all made from

Accepted Answer

A)  lipids. 
B)  carbohydrates. 
C)  amino acids. 
D)  bile. 
A)  lipids. 
B)  carbohydrates. 
C)  amino acids. 
D)  bile.

Question 17

A segment of DNA that carries the instructions for assembling available amino acids into a unique protein is called a protease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which food provides a complementary protein to wheat, corn, and other grains?

Accepted Answer

A)  broccoli 
B)  squash 
C)  black beans 
D)  apples 
A)  broccoli 
B)  squash 
C)  black beans 
D)  apples

Question 19

According to estimates, what percentage of the U.S. population is vegetarian?

Accepted Answer

A)  3.4% 
B)  5.7% 
C)  12.2% 
D)  27.6% 
A)  3.4% 
B)  5.7% 
C)  12.2% 
D)  27.6%

Question 20

Tempeh, tofu, and miso are foods derived from

Accepted Answer

A)  seaweed. 
B)  cow's milk. 
C)  soy. 
D)  wheat. 
A)  seaweed. 
B)  cow's milk. 
C)  soy. 
D)  wheat.

Describe the mechanical and chemical digestion of dietary protein.

A lacto-ovo-vegetarian omits animal flesh, dairy, and eggs, but does consume grains, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products.

The proteins that help defend the body against bacteria, toxins, and allergens are called

Vegetarians who consume no animal products should be sure to consume supplements or foods fortified with

Which aspect of protein digestion occurs in the small intestine?

Enzyme supplements taken before bedtime can reduce the intestinal gas caused by legumes.

A high-protein diet is considered unhealthy for

Athletes need more protein than sedentary individuals because

Quorn is a source of protein derived from

The protein-energy malnutrition disease that causes severe muscle weakness and loss of muscle tissue and body fat is known as

When the blood's pH level becomes too basic, proteins help to balance pH by

The recommended protein intake for most adults is how many grams (per kilogram of bodyweight) per day?

Which of the following statements is False about the role hydrochloric acid plays in digestion?

The severe protein deficiency seen in toddlers when they are weaned from breast milk and fed a low-protein diet is called

Which of the following statements does NOT explain how the body uses macronutrients for energy?

Insulin, glucagon, and the thyroid hormone are all made from

A segment of DNA that carries the instructions for assembling available amino acids into a unique protein is called a protease.

Which food provides a complementary protein to wheat, corn, and other grains?

According to estimates, what percentage of the U.S. population is vegetarian?

Tempeh, tofu, and miso are foods derived from

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Exam 5: Proteins: Crucial Components of All Body Tissues

Describe the mechanical and chemical digestion of dietary protein.

A lacto-ovo-vegetarian omits animal flesh, dairy, and eggs, but does consume grains, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products.

The proteins that help defend the body against bacteria, toxins, and allergens are called

Vegetarians who consume no animal products should be sure to consume supplements or foods fortified with

Which aspect of protein digestion occurs in the small intestine?

Enzyme supplements taken before bedtime can reduce the intestinal gas caused by legumes.

A high-protein diet is considered unhealthy for

Athletes need more protein than sedentary individuals because

Quorn is a source of protein derived from

The protein-energy malnutrition disease that causes severe muscle weakness and loss of muscle tissue and body fat is known as

When the blood's pH level becomes too basic, proteins help to balance pH by

The recommended protein intake for most adults is how many grams (per kilogram of bodyweight) per day?

Which of the following statements is False about the role hydrochloric acid plays in digestion?

The severe protein deficiency seen in toddlers when they are weaned from breast milk and fed a low-protein diet is called

Which of the following statements does NOT explain how the body uses macronutrients for energy?

Insulin, glucagon, and the thyroid hormone are all made from

A segment of DNA that carries the instructions for assembling available amino acids into a unique protein is called a protease.

Which food provides a complementary protein to wheat, corn, and other grains?

According to estimates, what percentage of the U.S. population is vegetarian?

Tempeh, tofu, and miso are foods derived from

Nutrition: Making It Work for You

The Human Body: Are We Really What We Eat

Carbohydrates: Plant-Derived Energy Nutrients

Fats: Essential Energy-Supplying Nutrients

Vitamins: Micronutrients With Macro Powers

Minerals: Building and Moving Our Body

Fluid Balance, Water, and Alcohol

Achieving and Maintaining a Healthful Body Weight

Nutrition and Physical Activity: Keys to Good Health

Nutrition Throughout the Life Cycle

Food Safety, Technology, and the New Food Movement

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