Understanding Amino Acids and Proteins

Understanding Amino Acids and Proteins

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Biology, Science

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, which are crucial for various bodily functions. There are 20 standard amino acids, classified as essential or non-essential. Essential amino acids must be obtained from food, while non-essential ones are produced by the body. Proteins are categorized as complete or incomplete based on their amino acid content. Complete proteins contain all nine essential amino acids and are found in both animal and certain plant foods. Incomplete proteins lack some essential amino acids but can be combined to form a complete protein meal.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the primary roles of proteins in the body?

To regulate body temperature

To build and maintain tissue

To provide energy

To store genetic information

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many non-essential amino acids can the human body produce?

9

11

20

15

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is true about essential amino acids?

They can be synthesized by the body

They must be obtained from the diet

They are not required for protein synthesis

They are only found in plant-based foods

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What defines a complete protein?

Contains all 9 essential amino acids

Contains no amino acids

Contains all 20 amino acids

Contains only non-essential amino acids

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a source of complete protein?

Red meat

Pistachios

Quinoa

Rice

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which plant food is considered a complete protein?

Lentils

Pumpkin seeds

Soy products

Black beans

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can you ensure a complete protein intake if consuming incomplete proteins?

By avoiding plant-based foods

By combining different incomplete proteins

By consuming more carbohydrates

By eating only animal-based foods