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WorksheetsFood chemistry_G9
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 7mins
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Class
Date
1.
What is the main role of carbohydrates?
a)
protecting your nerves
b)
forming your cells
c)
maintaining body temperature
d)
supplying energy for your body's functions
2.
The three classes of nutrients that supply our body with energy are
a)
Glucose, Sucrose, Lactose
b)
Fat, proteins, carbohydrates
c)
Vitamins, minerals, fiber
d)
Protein, water, carbohydrates
3.
Carbohydrates should make up________ percent of your daily caloric intake.
a)
20-45
b)
10-25
c)
45-65
d)
30-45
4.
The only healthy way to lose or gain weight is to
a)
Not eat breakfast
b)
Eat Healthy and play video games
c)
Exercise and eat simple carbohydrates
d)
Eat healthy AND exercise
5.
Carbohydrates include:
a)
sugar
b)
starch
c)
fiber
d)
all of the above
6.
Calcium serves to:
a)
strengthen bones and teeth
b)
keep oxygen from destroying other nutrients
c)
release energy from cells
d)
help immune system
7.
The vitamin that aides in strengthening bones and teeth is:
a)
vitamin D
b)
calcium
c)
phosporus
d)
vitamin A
8.
The main source for vitamin C is:
a)
citrus fruits
b)
oils
c)
green leafy veggies
d)
eggs
9.
The building blocks of protein are:
a)
amino acids
b)
promeno acids
c)
pro-amino acids
d)
tiny squares of Christmas feelings
10.
This mineral can be found in Red Meat.
a)
Potassium
b)
Sodium
c)
Iridium
d)
Iron
11.
Which type of biomolecules helps building and repairing tissues?
a)
Fats
b)
Carbohydrates
c)
Proteins
12.
What are carbohydrates made of?
a)
Carbon
b)
Hydrogen
c)
Oxygen
d)
Nitrogen
13.
What element distinguishes proteins from carbohydrates and fats?
a)
Carbon
b)
Nitrogen
c)
Copper
d)
Iron
14.
Which type of fat SHOULD you be eating that is healthier for you?
a)
lipids
b)
unsaturated fats
c)
saturated fats
d)
solid fats
15.
What type of macromolecule do starches belong to?
a)
Lipids
b)
Proteins
c)
Nucleic Acids
d)
Carbohydrates
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