Year 9 Assessment 2 - Nutrients

What are the three macronutrients?

• Carbohydrate, protein, fat
• Carbohydrate, protein, water
• Carbohydrate, water, vitamins
• Vitamins, protein, carbohydrates

What are the building blocks of proteins

• Disaccharides
• Carbon
• Amino acids
• Fatty acids

Which nutrient is the main source of energy?

• Protein
• Carbohydrates
• Fats

Name 2 functions of fats in the body.

• Regulate blood sugar levels
• Aid in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.

• Provide a source of energy

• Produce red blood cells

What's the difference between starchy carbohydrates and sugary carbohydrates?

• Starchy carbohydrates are complex and provide sustained energy, while sugary carbohydrates are simple and provide quick energy.
• Starchy carbohydrates are found only in fruits, while sugary carbohydrates are found in grains.
• Starchy carbohydrates are always sweet and sugary carbohydrates are not.
• Sugary carbohydrates are complex and provide long-lasting energy, while starchy carbohydrates are simple.

List 3 examples of protein food sources, include both animal and plant based sources.

• Chicken

• Tofu
• Egg

• Lentils

List 1 function of protein?

• Regulating body temperature through sweat
• Structural support in cells and tissues.

• Energy storage in the form of glycogen

True or False? Fat soluble vitamins cannot be stored within the body.

• True
• False

Vitamin A is important for...

• Dim light vision
• Healthy skin and eyes
• Resistance to infection
• All of the above

In the summer months, where does most of our Vitamin D come from?

• Eggs
• The Sun
• Meat
• Cakes