Ch 3 Vocab Quiz

How does calcium help our body?

• Builds muscle
• Helps eyesight
• Develops red blood cells
• Strong bones

Calcium is a mineral that helps keep our bones and teeth strong.

• True

• False

Simple carbs (table sugar and candy) provide the body with ______.

• Energy only

• Nutrients only

• Energy and Nutrients

• None are correct

Amino acids are building blocks for _______.

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Vitamins

Which of the following vitamins are water-soluble?

• A

• B

• D

• K

A chemical compound made up of one or more simple sugar e.g. bread, rice, pasta

• Protein
• Water
• Fat
• Carbohydrates

A calorie is a unit of what?

• Energy

• Power

• Weight

• Volume

How does fiber help our bodies ?

• Helps us to grow strong bones

• Helps us to have normal bowel movements

• Helps our immune system

• Helps our bodies regulate temperature

What is the polysaccharide used by animals to store glucose?

• glycogen

• fructose

• starch

• cellulose

Most cholesterol comes from which source?

• Plants
• Animals
• The Body
• Supplements (Pills)