Food Energy

In what units is food energy measured?

• Ergs

• Joules

• Calories

• Watts

How many Joules are in 1 Calorie

• 1000 J

• 4184 J

• 2405 J

• 325 J

How do we store energy in our bodies

• batteries

• muscles

• hair

• fat

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What types of energy does our chemical potential energy turn into?

• kinetic

• thermal

• electrical

• all of the above

How many Calories does 1 g of fat provide to the human body?

• 1 C

• 4 C

• 9 C

• 4184 C

How many Calories does 1 g of carbohydrate or protein provide to the human body?

• 1 C

• 4 C

• 9 C

• 4184 C

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Which of the following is NOT a source of energy for humans?

• Fat

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

• Water

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Which of the following can be stored as fat if too much is consumed?

• carbohydrates (carbs)

• fat

• protein

• all of these

What is the process called when the body converts food into energy?

• Photosynthesis

• Metabolism

• Osmosis

• Fermentation

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Which of the following nutrients is primarily responsible for muscle repair?

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Proteins

• Vitamins