Metabolism and Nutrition Quiz

Where does the anaerobic phase of glucose catabolism occur?

• Mitochondria

• Cytoplasm

• Nucleus

• Ribosome

Which process produces more ATP, aerobic or anaerobic catabolism?

• Anaerobic

• Aerobic

• Both produce the same amount

• Neither produces ATP

How does metabolic rate change with age?

• Increases with age

• Decreases with age

• Remains constant

• Fluctuates randomly

What is the primary use of muscle glycogen?

• Used by all body cells

• Used only by muscle cells

• Used by brain cells

• Used by liver cells

What happens to glucose from liver glycogen?

• It is stored in the muscles

• It is released into the blood

• It is converted into proteins

• It is excreted from the body

Which organ does not primarily use fats for energy?

• Heart

• Brain

• Liver

• Muscles

How are specific proteins synthesized in the body?

• To meet specific body needs

• To store energy

• To build fat reserves

• To detoxify the liver

What happens to excess calories in the body?

• They are excreted

• They are stored in the liver and adipose tissue

• They are converted to proteins

• They are used immediately

What is a characteristic of protein metabolism?

• Proteins are stored in the brain

• Proteins have no specialized storage forms

• Proteins are stored in muscles

• Proteins are stored in the liver

Which nutrient does not have specialized storage forms in the body?

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Proteins

• Vitamins