NUSCTX 10 MIDTERM 1 - UC BERKELEY
2026/2027 ACTUAL QUESTIONS WITH
VERIFIED ANSWERS.
Gastric Lipase - correct answer-Digests some fats in the
stomach
Gastrin - correct answer-Stimulates gastric secretion and
movement
Amino Acids - correct answer-Building blocks of of protein
Each contains a central carbon atom bound to a hydrogen
atom, an amino group, an acid group and a side chain
Essential Amino Acids - correct answer-Cysteine
Tyrosine
Arginine
Phenylalaline
,Classification of Basic Amino Acids - correct answer-R1
Classification of Acidic Amino Acids - correct answer-R2
Classification of Nonpolar Amino Acids - correct answer-R3
Classification of Polar Amino Acids - correct answer-R4
Protein Shape - correct answer-Determines function; form
follows function
If the shape of a protein is altered its function may be disrupted
Nitrogen Equilibrium - correct answer-Healthy adult meeting
protein and energy needs
Positive Nitrogen Balance - correct answer-Growth
Pregnancy
,Recovery stage after illness/injury
Athletic training resulting in increased lean body mass
Increased secretion of certain hormones such as insulin,
growth hormone, and testosterone.
Negative Nitrogen Balance - correct answer-Inadequate intake
of protein
Inadequate energy intake
Conditions such as fevers, burns, and infection
Bed rest (for several days)
Deficiency of essential amino acids
Increased protein loss
Increased secretion of certain hormones, such as thyroid
Kwashiorkor - correct answer-Edema
Mild to moderate weight loss
Maintenance of some muscle and subcutaneous fat
Growth impairment
Marasmus - correct answer-Sever weight loss
Wasting of muscle and body fat
, Sever growth impairment
Develops gradually
Protein Overload - correct answer-Heart disease
Obesity
Cancer
Osteoporosis
Protein and amino acid supplements
Protein Excess - correct answer-Hydration and kidney function
Kidney stones
Heart disease and cancer
Monosaccharides - correct answer-Glucose
Fructose
Galactose
2026/2027 ACTUAL QUESTIONS WITH
VERIFIED ANSWERS.
Gastric Lipase - correct answer-Digests some fats in the
stomach
Gastrin - correct answer-Stimulates gastric secretion and
movement
Amino Acids - correct answer-Building blocks of of protein
Each contains a central carbon atom bound to a hydrogen
atom, an amino group, an acid group and a side chain
Essential Amino Acids - correct answer-Cysteine
Tyrosine
Arginine
Phenylalaline
,Classification of Basic Amino Acids - correct answer-R1
Classification of Acidic Amino Acids - correct answer-R2
Classification of Nonpolar Amino Acids - correct answer-R3
Classification of Polar Amino Acids - correct answer-R4
Protein Shape - correct answer-Determines function; form
follows function
If the shape of a protein is altered its function may be disrupted
Nitrogen Equilibrium - correct answer-Healthy adult meeting
protein and energy needs
Positive Nitrogen Balance - correct answer-Growth
Pregnancy
,Recovery stage after illness/injury
Athletic training resulting in increased lean body mass
Increased secretion of certain hormones such as insulin,
growth hormone, and testosterone.
Negative Nitrogen Balance - correct answer-Inadequate intake
of protein
Inadequate energy intake
Conditions such as fevers, burns, and infection
Bed rest (for several days)
Deficiency of essential amino acids
Increased protein loss
Increased secretion of certain hormones, such as thyroid
Kwashiorkor - correct answer-Edema
Mild to moderate weight loss
Maintenance of some muscle and subcutaneous fat
Growth impairment
Marasmus - correct answer-Sever weight loss
Wasting of muscle and body fat
, Sever growth impairment
Develops gradually
Protein Overload - correct answer-Heart disease
Obesity
Cancer
Osteoporosis
Protein and amino acid supplements
Protein Excess - correct answer-Hydration and kidney function
Kidney stones
Heart disease and cancer
Monosaccharides - correct answer-Glucose
Fructose
Galactose
