Concept 6.2 Lecture Video and Quiz

What are nutrients used for in the body?

• To create new cells

• To produce waste

• To promote normal growth, repair, and maintenance

• To store water

Which of the following is NOT a macronutrient?

• Vitamins

• Proteins

• Lipids

• Carbohydrates

What is the primary source of carbohydrates in our diet?

• Meat

• Plants

• Dairy

• Fish

Which nutrient is essential for protective cushioning and insulation?

• Vitamins

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

• Lipids

How many amino acids are considered essential because the body cannot make them?

• 12

• 20

• 9

• 5

What role do vitamins primarily play in the body?

• Building muscle

• Functioning as coenzymes

• Providing energy

• Storing fat

What is the main function of minerals in the body?

• Producing waste

• Storing water

• Making structures stronger

• Providing fuel

What does BMR stand for?

• Body Metabolic Rate

• Basic Metabolic Rate

• Basal Metabolic Rate

• Biological Metabolic Rate