Protein

What is monomer of protein?

• Glucose

• Amino acids

• Fatty acids

• Glycerol

How many essential amino acids (EAA) are there?

• 15

• 9

• 20

• 11

Which amino acid becomes conditionally essential if phenylalanine is lacking in the diet?

• Isoleucine

• Valine

• Leucine

• Tyrosine

What type of protein contains all essential amino acids?

• Incomplete protein

• Animal protein

• Complete protein

• Plant protein

What is the process called when the body removes nitrogen from amino acids to release energy?

• Synthesis

• Deamination

• Transamination

• Hydrolysis

Which of the following is a branched-chain amino acid (BCAA)?

• Alanine

• Cysteine

• Leucine

• Serine

What is the recommended protein intake for resistance training athletes per kg of body weight?

• 2.0 to 2.2g

• 1.7 to 1.8g

• 1.5 to 1.6g

• 1.0 to 1.2g

What condition is characterized by protein deficiency in infants and children?

• Obesity

• Kwashiorkor

• Anemia

• Marasmus

Which protein function helps maintain proper acid-base balance in the body?

• Energy production

• Transport function

• Regulation of water balance

• Formation of enzymes

What is a potential health effect of excessive dietary protein?

• Improved hydration

• Kidney strain

• Enhanced digestion

• Increased muscle mass