Nutrition Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a class of food nutrients?

• Carbohydrates

• Lipids

• Minerals

• Plastids

The end product of protein digestion is:

• Glucose

• Amino acids

• Fatty acids

• Glycogen

Which organ in mammals produces bile?

• Stomach

• Liver

• Pancreas

• Small intestine

Which vitamin deficiency leads to scurvy?

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin K

The main function of carbohydrates in the body is to:

• Provide energy

• Build tissues

• Store genetic material

• Repair cells

Which nutrient is responsible for the repair and growth of body tissues?

• Vitamins

• Proteins

• Fats

• Minerals

Which part of the alimentary canal is responsible for most nutrient absorption?

• Stomach

• Small intestine

• Large intestine

• Esophagus

What is the role of fiber in the diet?

• Provide energy

• Assist in digestion

• Supply protein

• Absorb vitamins

Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin?

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin E

In mammals, excess glucose is stored in the liver as:

• Glycogen

• Starch

• Fat

• Protein