sionals, 2nd Edition, Natalie Digate Muth, Michelle
Murphy Zive
, Chapter 1: Carbohydrates
Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
____ 1. Which type of monosaccharide do body cells use for energy?
A. Fructose
B. Glucose
C. Galactose
D. Lactose
____ 2. In what form does the body store carbohydrates?
A. Glycogen
B. Fat
C. Cellulite
D. Amylopectin
____ 3. Which of the following is a naturally occurring, plant-based, noncaloric sweetener?
A. Stevia
B. Sorbitol
C. Saccharin
D. Neotame
____ 4. Which type of carbohydrate is structurally composed of a chain of three to ten simple sugars?
A. Amylose
B. Galactose
C. Amylopectin
D. Oligosaccharide
____ 5. Which type of starch is easily digested?
A. Amylose
B. Amylopectin
C. Cellulose
D. Glycogen
____ 6. What deficiency will cause the painful gastrointestinal symptoms associated with lactose intolerance?
A. Alpha-dextrinase deficiency
B. Pancreatic amylase deficiency
C. Lactase deficiency
D. Trehelase deficiency
____ 7. Approximately how many grams of glycogen can the body store for energy use?
A. 90 g
B. 150 g
C. 240 g
D. 500 g
____ 8. What organ produces the enzymes responsible for maintaining blood sugar levels within normal limits?
A. Pancreas
B. Liver
C. Gallbladder
D. Small intestine