Metabolism and Nutrients Crash Course

Which of these is the largest proportion of the human body?

• Water

• Protein

• Fat

• Carbohydrates

Which nutrient is responsible for carrying out many of the chemical reactions in cells?

• Protein

• Fat

• Water

• Carbohydrates

What percentage of the human body is made up of protein?

• 16%

• 4%

• 64%

• 1%

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Which nutrient is responsible for energy storage and insulation?

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

• Water

• Fat

What is the main molecular fuel that cells need to make ATP?

• Water

• Glucose

• Fat

• Protein

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Which nutrient is crucial for blood clotting?

• Vitamin K

• Vitamin C

• Calcium

• Iron

Which nutrient is used to make ATP from glucose?

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin K

• Calcium

• B vitamins

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Which nutrient forms the bulk of muscle and connective tissue?

• Protein

• Water

• Fat

• Carbohydrates

How many essential amino acids cannot be made by the body and must be ingested?

• 12

• 3

• 6

• 9

Which nutrient is responsible for providing energy to the body?

• Protein

• Water

• Fat

• Carbohydrates