Question 1

Amino acids are joined together by which specific bond?

Accepted Answer

A) lipase 
B) disulfide 
C) hydrogen 
D) peptide 
A) lipase 
B) disulfide 
C) hydrogen 
D) peptide

Question 2

Which of the following supplements would you MOST recommend a vegan add to his/her diet?

Accepted Answer

A) protein 
B) fiber 
C) vitamin B₁₂ 
D) vitamin C 
A) protein 
B) fiber 
C) vitamin B₁₂ 
D) vitamin C

Question 3

Which of the following foods would contain the highest protein content?

Accepted Answer

A) cooked carrots 
B) chicken 
C) corn 
D) whole-wheat bread 
A) cooked carrots 
B) chicken 
C) corn 
D) whole-wheat bread

Question 4

In adequately nourished individuals,protein contributes minimally to energy needs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which hormone controls the production of hydrochloric acid and the release of pepsin?

Accepted Answer

A) pepsinogen 
B) insulin 
C) cholecystokinin (CCK) 
D) gastrin 
A) pepsinogen 
B) insulin 
C) cholecystokinin (CCK) 
D) gastrin

Question 6

Denaturation destroys the primary structure of proteins.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Proteases are:

Accepted Answer

A) protein messengers that are released from storage in response to an alteration in the body's homeostasis. 
B) transport proteins that move substances throughout the body. 
C) defense proteins that attack foreign bacteria,viruses,and toxins. 
D) enzymes that break down protein. 
A) protein messengers that are released from storage in response to an alteration in the body's homeostasis. 
B) transport proteins that move substances throughout the body. 
C) defense proteins that attack foreign bacteria,viruses,and toxins. 
D) enzymes that break down protein.

Question 8

Unlike carbohydrates and lipids,proteins are composed of:

Accepted Answer

A) glucose molecules. 
B) amino acids. 
C) proteases. 
D) phospholipids. 
A) glucose molecules. 
B) amino acids. 
C) proteases. 
D) phospholipids.

Question 9

The amino acid that is missing or in the smallest supply is called the:

Accepted Answer

A) essential amino acid. 
B) minor amino acid. 
C) limiting amino acid. 
D) incomplete amino acid. 
A) essential amino acid. 
B) minor amino acid. 
C) limiting amino acid. 
D) incomplete amino acid.

Question 10

Which of the following grains is a complete protein?

Accepted Answer

A) white rice 
B) wheat 
C) corn 
D) quinoa 
A) white rice 
B) wheat 
C) corn 
D) quinoa

Question 11

Endurance athletes have increased protein needs as compared with sedentary individuals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Amino acids are joined together by which specific bond?

Which of the following supplements would you MOST recommend a vegan add to his/her diet?

Which of the following foods would contain the highest protein content?

In adequately nourished individuals,protein contributes minimally to energy needs.

Which hormone controls the production of hydrochloric acid and the release of pepsin?

Denaturation destroys the primary structure of proteins.

Proteases are:

Unlike carbohydrates and lipids,proteins are composed of:

The amino acid that is missing or in the smallest supply is called the:

Which of the following grains is a complete protein?

Endurance athletes have increased protein needs as compared with sedentary individuals.

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Exam 10: Proteins: Crucial Components of All Body Tissues

Amino acids are joined together by which specific bond?

Which of the following supplements would you MOST recommend a vegan add to his/her diet?

Which of the following foods would contain the highest protein content?

In adequately nourished individuals,protein contributes minimally to energy needs.

Which hormone controls the production of hydrochloric acid and the release of pepsin?

Denaturation destroys the primary structure of proteins.

Proteases are:

Unlike carbohydrates and lipids,proteins are composed of:

The amino acid that is missing or in the smallest supply is called the:

Which of the following grains is a complete protein?

Endurance athletes have increased protein needs as compared with sedentary individuals.

The Science of Nutrition: Linking Food, function, and Health

Designing a Healthful Diet

The Human Body: Are We Really What We Eat

Carbohydrates: Plant-Derived Energy Nutrients

in Depth: Alcohol

Lipids: Essential Energy-Supplying Nutrients

Vitamins and Minerals: Micronutrients With Macro Powers

Phytochemicals

Disordered Eating

Metabolism: From Food to Life

Nutrients Involved in Energy Metabolism

Nutrients Involved in Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Nutrients Involved in Antioxidant Function and Vision

Nutrients Involved in Bone Health

Nutrients Involved in Blood Health and Immunity

Achieving and Maintaining a Healthful Body Weight

Nutrition and Physical Activity: Keys to Good Health

Consumer Issues: Food Safety, Production, and Impact on the Environment

Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Pregnancy and the First Year of Life

Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Childhood and Adolescence

Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: The Later Years

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