Nutrition and Biomolecules Quiz

What is the primary function of food?

• To provide energy

• To store waste

• To produce oxygen

• To absorb sunlight

Which of the following is a trace element found in food?

• Magnesium

• Sodium

• Iron

• Calcium

What is the general structure of a carbohydrate?

• Cx(H2O)y

• C6H12O6

• C2H5OH

• CH3COOH

Which of the following is a monosaccharide?

• Lactose

• Maltose

• Glucose

• Sucrose

What is the main source of cellulose?

• Paper

• Liver

• Butter

• Milk

Which element is NOT commonly found in lipids?

• Nitrogen

• Oxygen

• Hydrogen

• Carbon

What is the primary role of proteins in the body?

• Providing insulation

• Energy storage

• Forming cell membranes

• Acting as enzymes

Which vitamin is water-soluble?

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin E

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin C

What is the role of Vitamin D in the body?

• Regulation of blood sugar

• Production of red blood cells

• Absorption of calcium

• Formation of connective tissue

Which mineral is essential for forming haemoglobin?

• Magnesium

• Iron

• Zinc

• Calcium