Feeding and Nutrition LO1

The function of protein is to:

• Repair cells and give us energy

• Repair cells and grow new tissue

• Grow new tissue and store energy

• Store energy and release it when needed

Match the following nutrients with their uses:

• Hydration of cells, transports nutrients

• Fats

• Releases energy

• Water

• Storage of energy, insulation

• Calcium

• Strengthens bones

• Protein

• Growth of tissues and repair of cells

• Carbohydrates

Essential amino acids are those which:

• We can only get from food

• We cannot get from food

• We can only synthesise

• We really need

Match the monomer with its polymer

• Protein

• Two carbon rings

• Monosachharide

• Fatty acids and glycerol

• Polysaccharide

• One carbon ring

• Disaccharide

• Three or more carbon rings

• Lipids

• Amino acids

The structure of lactose is:

• Two amino acids bonded together

• One carbon ring

• Two carbon rings bonded together

• Many carbon rings bonded together

The monogastric stomach contains acid and enzymes to:

• Ferment cellulose

• Break down proteins

• Break down lipids

• Break down carbohydrates

Amylase breaks down:

• Starch

• Sugar

• Protein

• Fat

Anabolism is:

• Break down of large molecules into smaller parts

• Break down of small molecules into larger parts

• Creation of large molecules from small parts

• Creation of large molecules from small parts

The gallbladder produces bile which:

• Is acidic

• Contains enzymes

• Neutralises stomach acid

• Contains bacteria for fermentation

Ruminants do not have canines because:

• They are carnivores

• They are omnivores

• They are herbivores

• They use bacteria to break down food