1020 Exam 1 Questions with Accurate
Answers
T/F: There are numerous different cell types in the human body. - ANSWERSTrue
T/F: Vegetables provide a source of incomplete, low quality protein. - ANSWERSTrue
T/F:Sterols are calorically dense. - ANSWERSFalse
T/F: Linoleic acid is an essential fatty acid. - ANSWERSTrue
T/F: Starch provides 4 Calories per gram. - ANSWERSTrue
T/F: Calcium is an organic element. - ANSWERSFalse
T/F: Some minerals function in acid-base balance in the body. - ANSWERSTrue
T/F: Plant foods are an exogenous source of cholesterol. - ANSWERSFalse
T/F: Every amino acid contains nitrogen. - ANSWERSTrue
T/F: Eating a peanut butter sandwich qualifies as protein complementation. -
ANSWERSTrue
T/F:Protein provided from plant foods is considered to have low biological value. -
ANSWERSTrue
T/F: Cholesterol can be used by the body to produce Vitamin D. - ANSWERSTrue
T/F: Minerals are organic compounds. - ANSWERSTrue
T/F: Sodium is a major mineral. - ANSWERSTrue
T/F: Some fatty acids are essential. - ANSWERSTrue
Adenosine triphosphate is produced in the mitochondria of cells. - ANSWERSTrue
T/F: Water provides the medium for metabolism. - ANSWERSTrue
T/F: Nutrient density refers to the amount of vitamins in relation to minerals. -
ANSWERSFalse
, T/F: Moderation means that the diet is not deficient in an essential nutrient. -
ANSWERSFalse
T/F: Alcohol is chemically closely related to sterols. - ANSWERSFalse
Maltose provides: - ANSWERS4 Calories per gram
Fiber provides: - ANSWERS0 Calories per Gram
Fatty acids provide: - ANSWERS9 Calories per gram
Plant protein provides: - ANSWERS4 Calories per gram
Major minerals provide: - ANSWERS0 Calories per gram
Which of the following is a function of minerals? - ANSWERSRegulate fluid balance
Which of the following statements is true about cholesterol? - ANSWERSIt can be
synthesized (made) inside the body.
Which of the following answers include only vitamins? - ANSWERSPantothenic acid,
biotin, vitamin C
Which of the following dietary substances may function as an enzyme cofactor? -
ANSWERSVitamins
The human body prefers to burn ______ for energy. - ANSWERSCarbohydrates
How are minerals categorized? - ANSWERSMajor and Trace
Which of the following foods is predominately a source of polyunsaturated fatty acids? -
ANSWERSSoybean oil
Phospholipids are used to make: - ANSWERSCell membranes
What does it mean for an essential mineral to be labeled as "trace"? - ANSWERSThe
total quantity of the mineral in the adult reference male body is at a level of less than or
equal to 5 grams.
Characteristics of a sound diet include: - ANSWERSCalorie control, nutritionally
adequate and moderation, balance and variety
Macronutrients include: - ANSWERSCarbohydrates and Protein
Four calories per gram are provided from: - ANSWERSProtein and Fat soluble vitamins