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Nutrition concept exam 2 UD

Total questions: 79

Worksheet time: 1hrs 12mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

which of the following correctly characterizes lipids?

a)

They are all classified as sterols

b)

They do not dissolve in water

c)

They contain carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen

d)

They dissolve in water

2.

Low-density lipoproteins (LDL) are the principal transport vehicle for __________ in the blood

a)

glucose

b)

phospholipids

c)

free fatty acid

d)

cholesterol

e)

triglycerides

3.

high levels of ______ in the blood are associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease

a)

HDL

b)

total cholesterol

c)

LDL

d)

triglycerides

4.

alpha-linolenic acid (omega -3) acid and linoleic acid (omega 6) are classified as ________ fatty acid

a)

trans

b)

nonessential

c)

essential

d)

saturated

5.

transport of fats in the blood and lymphatic system

a)

true

b)

false

6.

how are the amino acids in a protein linked together

a)

glycosidic bond form between the amino group of one amino acid and the carboxyl group of the next

b)

peptide bonds for between the amino group of one amino acid and the carboxyl group of the next

c)

sticky bonds form between the amino group of one amino acid me the carboxyl group of the next

7.

when 2 or more plant proteins are combined to compensate for deficiencies in essential amino acid content each protein, the proteins are called complementary proteins

a)

true

b)

false

8.

most body fart stored in the form of cholesterol

a)

true

b)

false

9.

the main organ responsible for ethanol (alcohol) metabolism is the

a)

small intestine

b)

pancreas

c)

stomach

d)

liver

10.

wernicke-korsakoff syndrome is a _______ deficiency disease that results from severe alcohol abuse

a)

thiamin (vitamin B1)

b)

vitamin A

c)

vitamin B-12

d)

niacin

11.

a standard drink of wine and a standard drink of beer have the same number of fluid ounces

a)

true

b)

false

12.

there can be health benefits to moderate alcohol consumption

a)

true

b)

false

13.

alcohol intake during lactation can cause infants to

a)

sleep better

b)

consumer more breast milk

c)

none the above are true

d)

not breakdown the alcohol in the breast milk

e)

all the above are true

14.

oxidation-reduction reactions in the body are controlled by

a)

enzymes

b)

light and dark cycles

c)

protein consumption

d)

fluid balance

15.

electrons are lost during oxidation and gained during reduction

a)

true

b)

false

16.

the major symptoms of kwashiorkor in children are

a)

nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea

b)

overweight and an excess accumulation

c)

edema and growth failure

d)

increased petite and hyperactivity

17.

what state of nitrogen balance when a person ingests 12g of food nitrogen and loses 20g of nitrogen?

a)

equilibrium

b)

positive nitrogen balance

c)

exogenous balance

d)

negative nitrogen balance

18.

Which of the following is the storage form of fat in the body

a)

Cholesterol

b)

Triglyceride

c)

Phospholipid

d)

Lipoprotein

19.

The digestion of lipids begins in the:

a)

small intestine

b)

mouth

c)

pancreas

d)

liver

20.

which lipoprotein is known as "good cholesterol"

a)

HDL

b)

LDL

c)

VLDL

d)

Chlylomicron

21.

Which fatty acids are essential and must be obtained from the diet?

a)

Palmitic acid and stearic acid

b)

Linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid

c)

Arachidonic acid and oleic acid

d)

:auric acid and myristic acid

22.

Which organ produces bile for fat emulsification?

a)

Gallbladder

b)

stomach

c)

pancreas

d)

liver

23.

Trans fat are naturally occurring and beneficial to heart health

a)

True

b)

False

24.

HDL helps remove cholesterol from the bloodstream and transport it to the liver

a)

True

b)

False

25.

Lipid digestion requires bile and pancreatic lipase

a)

True

b)

False

26.

LDL carries triglycerides made by the liver

a)

True

b)

False

27.

Name two main functions of lipids in the body

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28.

What are micelles, and what role do they play in lipid absorption?

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29.

Which element is found in protein but not in carbohydrates or lipids?

a)

Hydrogen

b)

Carbon

c)

Nitrogen

d)

Oxygen

30.

A protein that contains all essential amino acids is called:

a)

Complementary protein

b)

peptide

c)

incomplete protein

d)

complete protein

31.

What type of bond connects amindo acids together?

a)

Ionic bond

b)

Peptide bond

c)

Hydrogen bond

d)

Covalent bond

32.

Kwashiorkor is caused by:

a)

Lack of calories and protein

b)

Lack of vitamins only

c)

Lack of protein but adequate calories

d)

overeating protein

33.

Which of the following foods provide complementary proteins when eaten together?

a)

rice and beans

b)

steak and milk

c)

eggs and cheese

d)

apple and yogurt

34.

Denaturation refers to the destruction of the amino acid sequence

a)

True

b)

false

35.

Most plant proteins are incomplete

a)

True

b)

False

36.

Protein deficiency can lead to edema

a)

True

b)

False

37.

Vegan diets may lack vitamin B12 and iron

a)

True

b)

False

38.

Define "denaturation"

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39.

Explain the difference between essential and non-essential amino acids

4 lines
40.

Compare marasmus and kwashiorkor.

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41.

which of the following is a standard drink?

a)

10oz beer

b)

5oz wine

c)

3oz liquor

d)

12oz wine cooler

42.

Alcohol is primarily metabolized in which organ?

a)

Alcohol dehydrogenase

b)

lipase

c)

amylase

d)

pepsin

43.

Which liber disease is irreversible?

a)

Fatty liver

b)

Alcohol hepatitis

c)

Cirrhosis

d)

Jaundice

44.

which vitamin deficiency is linked to Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome?

a)

Vitamin C

b)

Thiamin (B1)

c)

Folate

d)

Vitamin D

45.

Alcohol can be absorbed through the stomach and small inestine

a)

True

b)

False

46.

There is a safe amount of alcohol during pregnancy

a)

True

b)

False

47.

Moderate alcohol intake may increase HDL levels

a)

True

b)

False

48.

List two health risks of chronic alcohol consumption.

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49.

Define “alcoholism” and how it differs from “alcohol abuse.”

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50.

Which process breaks down glucose into pyruvate?

a)

Beta Oxidation

b)

Glycolysis

c)

Citric acid cycle

d)

Electron transport chain

51.

How many ATP are produced in glycolysis

a)

2

b)

12

c)

20

d)

36

52.

Beta oxidation refers to the breakdown of:

a)

Proteins

b)

Glucose

c)

Fatty acids

d)

Amino acids

53.

In the fed state, which hormone is dominant?

a)

Glucagon

b)

Insulin

c)

Cortisol

d)

Epinephrine

54.

The electron transport chain produces the most ATP

a)

True

b)

False

55.

Anaerobic metabolism requires oxygen

a)

True

b)

False

c)

True - since oxygen is a main source in anaerobic

d)

False - anaerobic means without oxygen

56.

In a fasted state, glycogen is broken down for energy

a)

True

b)

False

57.

Define anabolism and catabolism.

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58.

Name the four stages of cellular respiration in order.

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59.

BMI is calculated using:

a)

Weight and waist circumference

b)

Weight and height

c)

Age and gender

d)

Body fat percentage

60.

Which hormone increases hunger?

a)

Leptin

b)

Insulin

c)

Ghrelin

d)

Cortisol

61.

Which eating disorder involves binge eating followed by purging?

a)

Anorexia nervosa

b)

Orthorexia

c)

Binge eating disorder

d)

Bulimia nervosa

62.

Excess energy is stored in the body as:

a)

Muscle glycogen

b)

Protein

c)

Fat in adipose tissue

d)

Glucose in the blood

63.

Fad diets are usually supported by scientific evidence

a)

True

b)

False

64.

Energy equilibrium occurs when energy intake equals energy expenditure

a)

True

b)

False

65.

Anorexia Nervosa can lead to organ failure

a)

True

b)

False

66.

Define “hunger” and “appetite.”

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67.

List three characteristics of a fad diet.

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68.

Glycogen is primarily stored in

a)

Brain and kidneys

b)

Lungs and spleen

c)

Liver and Muscles

d)

Adipose tissue

69.

which condition results from low blood sodium due to overhydration?

a)

Dehydration

b)

Hyponatremia

c)

Heat stroke

d)

Hypoglycemia

70.

Which nutrient is often low in female athletes?

a)

Iron

b)

Vitamin C

c)

Sodium

d)

Phosphorus

71.

Anabolic steroids are safe for long-term use

a)

True - the steroids help build up the system

b)

False - the steroids can cause serious health issues

72.

Water needs are the same for all individuals

a)

True - humans must contain the same amount of water levels

b)

False - fluid needs can vary by humans and activity

73.

Physical activity can reduce the risk of chronic diseases

a)

True

b)

False

74.

Give two benefits of regular physical activity

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75.
  1. Describe how athletes can avoid dehydration and hyponatremia.

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76.

Which of the following correctly characterizes lipids?

a)

They are all classified as sterols

b)

The do not dissolve in water

c)

They dissolve in water

d)

They contain carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen

77.

In what dorm is most body fat stored?

a)

None of these responses are correct

b)

Cholesterol

c)

Phospholipids

d)

Triglycerides

78.

The function of fat includes all of the following EXCEPT

a)

cushion and protect vital organs

b)

insulate the body

c)

transport fat-soluble vitamins

d)

build and repair tissue

79.

Which lipoprotein is responsible for transporting cholesterol from the liver to tissues?

a)

Chylomicron

b)

Chylomicron remnant

c)

Low density lipoprotein LDL

d)

High density lipoprotein HDL