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WorksheetsThompson quiz 3
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
DNA, which is found in the nucleus of cells, provides instructions for cells to make __________.
phospholipids
carbohydrates
proteins
fats
Which desire to eat is stimulated by the sight, smell, or thought of food?
unnatural
appetite
hunger
detrimental
When we have NOT eaten for a while, blood glucose levels fall levels fall, which prompts a(n) __________ in insulin and a(n) __________ in glucagon.
increase; decrease
decrease; decrease
decrease; increase
increase; increase
Cells join together to form functional sheets or cords of cells called __________.
ribosomes
organelles
tissues
organs
The process by which a person’s body breaks down foods into molecules is called __________.
synthesis
digestion
indigestion
metabolism
The neuromuscular system regulates activities of the ___________.
stomach
pancreas
gastrointestinal (GI) tract
liver
The __________ prompts hunger in response to signals from nerve cells and messages carried by hormones.
spinal column
stomach
nose
hypothalamus
The nutrient with the highest satiety value is __________.
fat
water
protein
carbohydrate
Inadequate enzyme production is a cause of what type of gastrointestinal disorder?
celiac disease
food intolerance
food allergy
nonceliac gluten sensitivity
A food allergy is a(n) __________ of the immune system.
underreaction
hypersensitive reaction
artificial reaction
normal reaction
