Question 1

When over 10 amino acids are chemically linked by peptide bonds,the resulting product is known as

Accepted Answer

A)  a dipeptide. 
B)  a tripeptide. 
C)  an oligopeptide. 
D)  a polypeptide. 
A)  a dipeptide. 
B)  a tripeptide. 
C)  an oligopeptide. 
D)  a polypeptide.

Question 2

Protein-energy malnutrition is also known as

Accepted Answer

A)  anemia. 
B)  marasmus. 
C)  cheilosis. 
D)  cirrhosis. 
A)  anemia. 
B)  marasmus. 
C)  cheilosis. 
D)  cirrhosis.

Question 3

Lacto-ovo-vegetarians exclude meat,poultry,fish,and eggs from their diet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

A vegan will eat

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A)  only fruits, nuts, honey, and vegetable oils. 
B)  dairy products, eggs, and fish. 
C)  dairy products and plant foods. 
D)  only foods from plant sources. 
A)  only fruits, nuts, honey, and vegetable oils. 
B)  dairy products, eggs, and fish. 
C)  dairy products and plant foods. 
D)  only foods from plant sources.

Question 5

Nonessential amino acids can be synthesized through a process called transamination.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Why do individuals with PKU need the nonessential amino acid tyrosine in their diets?

Accepted Answer

Individuals with Phenylketonuria (PKU) n

Question 7

The lack of an immune response to foreign compounds entering the body is called

Accepted Answer

A)  allergy. 
B)  anergy. 
C)  anorexia. 
D)  allopathy. 
A)  allergy. 
B)  anergy. 
C)  anorexia. 
D)  allopathy.

Question 8

The recommended amount of protein as a percentage of total energy intake is

Accepted Answer

A)  15% to 20%. 
B)  20% to 30%. 
C)  10% to 35%. 
D)  40% to 50%. 
A)  15% to 20%. 
B)  20% to 30%. 
C)  10% to 35%. 
D)  40% to 50%.

Question 9

For the average North American,protein needs can be easily met through our typical diets without the need for supplementation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Excess protein intake can result in

Accepted Answer

A)  diabetes. 
B)  iron deficiency. 
C)  loss of calcium. 
D)  excess fiber intake. 
A)  diabetes. 
B)  iron deficiency. 
C)  loss of calcium. 
D)  excess fiber intake.

Question 11

During times of recovery from illness or injury,protein needs may range from 0.8 to 2.0 g/kg body weight.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Explain why denaturation of a protein destroys its biological function.

Accepted Answer

Denaturation of a protein destroys its b

Question 13

Which bodily function is not associated with protein?

Accepted Answer

A)  blood clotting. 
B)  fluid balance. 
C)  cell growth and repair. 
D)  sparing glucose for energy use. 
A)  blood clotting. 
B)  fluid balance. 
C)  cell growth and repair. 
D)  sparing glucose for energy use.

Question 14

What suggestions would you give to athletes taking multiple amino acid supplements?

Accepted Answer

As a nutritionist, I would suggest that

Question 15

Protein digestion begins in the stomach,where proteins are broken down into shorter polypeptide chains of amino acids.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The functions of protein include

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A)  providing structural support to body cells. 
B)  producing antibodies to fight infection. 
C)  contributing to acid-base balance. 
D)  All of these are functions of protein. 
A)  providing structural support to body cells. 
B)  producing antibodies to fight infection. 
C)  contributing to acid-base balance. 
D)  All of these are functions of protein.

Question 17

The biological value of a food protein is a measure of

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A)  how much of the food one eats. 
B)  the total amount of nitrogen in the blood. 
C)  how closely it meets amino acid needs. 
D)  the weight gained by a growing rat after eating the food protein for 10 days. 
A)  how much of the food one eats. 
B)  the total amount of nitrogen in the blood. 
C)  how closely it meets amino acid needs. 
D)  the weight gained by a growing rat after eating the food protein for 10 days.

Question 18

The side chain,or R portion,of an amino acid

Accepted Answer

A)  can be synthesized if there is a source of nitrogen. 
B)  can be synthesized if caloric intake is adequate. 
C)  cannot be synthesized in sufficient quantities to meet body needs. 
D)  determines the name of the amino acid. 
A)  can be synthesized if there is a source of nitrogen. 
B)  can be synthesized if caloric intake is adequate. 
C)  cannot be synthesized in sufficient quantities to meet body needs. 
D)  determines the name of the amino acid.

Question 19

The nucleotide units that represent a specific amino acid in protein synthesis are called

Accepted Answer

A)  blocks. 
B)  bonds. 
C)  peptides. 
D)  codons. 
A)  blocks. 
B)  bonds. 
C)  peptides. 
D)  codons.

Question 20

Foods containing all essential amino acids in the proportion needed by the body are designated as

Accepted Answer

A)  incomplete foods. 
B)  high-quantity foods. 
C)  dispensable foods. 
D)  complete foods. 
A)  incomplete foods. 
B)  high-quantity foods. 
C)  dispensable foods. 
D)  complete foods.

When over 10 amino acids are chemically linked by peptide bonds,the resulting product is known as

Protein-energy malnutrition is also known as

Lacto-ovo-vegetarians exclude meat,poultry,fish,and eggs from their diet.

A vegan will eat

Nonessential amino acids can be synthesized through a process called transamination.

Why do individuals with PKU need the nonessential amino acid tyrosine in their diets?

The lack of an immune response to foreign compounds entering the body is called

The recommended amount of protein as a percentage of total energy intake is

For the average North American,protein needs can be easily met through our typical diets without the need for supplementation.

Excess protein intake can result in

During times of recovery from illness or injury,protein needs may range from 0.8 to 2.0 g/kg body weight.

Explain why denaturation of a protein destroys its biological function.

Which bodily function is not associated with protein?

What suggestions would you give to athletes taking multiple amino acid supplements?

Protein digestion begins in the stomach,where proteins are broken down into shorter polypeptide chains of amino acids.

The functions of protein include

The biological value of a food protein is a measure of

The side chain,or R portion,of an amino acid

The nucleotide units that represent a specific amino acid in protein synthesis are called

Foods containing all essential amino acids in the proportion needed by the body are designated as

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Exam 7: Protein

When over 10 amino acids are chemically linked by peptide bonds,the resulting product is known as

Protein-energy malnutrition is also known as

Lacto-ovo-vegetarians exclude meat,poultry,fish,and eggs from their diet.

A vegan will eat

Nonessential amino acids can be synthesized through a process called transamination.

Why do individuals with PKU need the nonessential amino acid tyrosine in their diets?

The lack of an immune response to foreign compounds entering the body is called

The recommended amount of protein as a percentage of total energy intake is

For the average North American,protein needs can be easily met through our typical diets without the need for supplementation.

Excess protein intake can result in

During times of recovery from illness or injury,protein needs may range from 0.8 to 2.0 g/kg body weight.

Explain why denaturation of a protein destroys its biological function.

Which bodily function is not associated with protein?

What suggestions would you give to athletes taking multiple amino acid supplements?

Protein digestion begins in the stomach,where proteins are broken down into shorter polypeptide chains of amino acids.

The functions of protein include

The biological value of a food protein is a measure of

The side chain,or R portion,of an amino acid

The nucleotide units that represent a specific amino acid in protein synthesis are called

Foods containing all essential amino acids in the proportion needed by the body are designated as

The Science of Nutrition

Tools of a Healthy Diet

The Food Supply

Human Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Alcohol

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance,weight Control, Eating Disorders

Nutrition, exercise, and Sports

Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Nutritional Aspects of Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition During the Growing Years

Nutrition Throughout Adulthood

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