Chapter 10 Study Guide

Which of the following nutrients provides energy to the body?

• carbohydrates
• vitamins
• water
• minerals

Which of the following nutrients is important for body, cell, and muscle growth and repair?

• vitamins
• fats
• proteins
• carbohydrates

Which nutrient supplies the most energy per gram? 

• carbohydrates
• fats
• protein
• water

Organic compounds that control several body functions. e.g. A, C, K

• Carbohydrates
• Metabolism
• Vitamins
• Digestion

The amount of energy released when nutrients are broken down is measured in units called

• grams
• calories
• ounces
• pounds

We should exercise _______ minutes each day to be healthy.

• 120
• 90
• 30
• 60

Ashley is getting ready for her soccer game.  Which nutrient will give her body the main fuel for her game? 

• Fat
• Water
• Multi-vitamin
• Carbohydrates

Eating foods rich in calcium can help reduce the risk of osteoporosis. 

• True
• False

Which of the following is considered a bad fat?

• Monosaccharide

• Unsaturated fat

• Saturated fat

• Carbohydrate

True or False. When reading a nutrition label it is important to know the serving size?

• True

• False