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SCI 220 
WEEK 2
Question 1
 
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Which of the following is not a monosaccharide?

 
 
Fructose

 
Maltose

 
Glucose

 
Galactose

Question 2
 
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The digestion of starch begins in the ________ and finishes in the ______.

 
 
stomach; large intestine

 
mouth; small intestine

 
small intestine; gall bladder

 
mouth; large intestine

Question 3
 
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The main function of carbohydrate in the diet is to:

 
 
form lactose, the disaccharide in breast milk.

 
form the ribose and deoxyribose sugars in the genetic material of all cells.

 
function in the cell membrane as a signal molecule to other cells.

 
provide energy.

Question 4
Which monosaccharide commonly found in all disaccharides?

 
 
Fructose

 
Galactose

 
Glucose

 
Sucrose

Question 5
 
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Most digestion of carbohydrate occurs in the

 
 
mouth

 
stomach

 
small intestine

 
large intestine

Question 6
 
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Which of the following best describes the effects of lactose intolerance on those who consume dairy products?

 
 
the undigested lactose passes into the large intestine, where it causes a severe allergic response causing intestinal bleeding and scarring

 
the undigested lactose passes into the large intestine, where it draws in water, is metabolized by bacteria, producing gas and causing abdominal distension, gas, cramping, and diarrhea

 
the undigested lactose passes into the small intestine, where it causes a severe traumatic response causing collapse and stoppage of the organ

 
all of these occur in lactose intolerance

 	Question 7
 
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Which of the following best describes the effect of a fiber-rich meal on the rise in blood glucose that occurs after a meal?

 
 
The rise in blood glucose will occur more quickly

 
There will be no effect on the rise in blood glucose

 
The rise in blood glucose will be delayed

 
None of these choices




Question 8
 
 	
 	 
When comparing naturally occurring sugars and refined sugars in the human diet, refined sugars are potentially detrimental to human health because:

 
 
refined sugars frequently cause food allergies.
 
refined sugars contain very few calories.
 
refined sugars contain large doses of heavy metals.
 
refined sugars are low in nutrient density.
Question 9
 
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Eating fat can increase the number of calories you consume because

 
 
Fat makes you eat more food

 
Fat contains 7 calories per gram while carbs and protein are only 4 calories per gram

 
Fat does not increase the number of calories

 
Fat contains 9 calories per gram while carbohydrate and protein are only 4 calories per gram

Question 10
 
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Cholesterol:

 
 
can be converted to vitamin D.

 
can be found in all foods.

 
contains glycerol and 3 fatty acids.

 
acts as an emulsifier.

Question 11
 
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Protein containing particles that transport lipids in the blood are called:

 
 
triglycerides

 
micelles

 
emulsifiers

 
lipoproteins

Question 12
 
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Which statement is correct:

 
 
The total grams of fat in the American diet has stayed relatively constant over the past 40 years.

 
The total grams of fat in the American diet has decreased over the past 40 years.

 
The total grams of fat in the American diet has increased over the past 40 years.

 
The total Calories from fat consumed in the American diet has decreased over the past 40 years.

Question 13
 
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Lipid stored in fat cells (adipose tissue) provides many benefits including

 
 
an increase in the metabolic rate of an individual

 
protection of organs and insulation for maintaining body temperature

 
movement of cell components for additional storage of protein

 
protection of red blood cells

Question 14
 
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Which of the following statements is false about omega-3 fatty acids?

 
 
Fish is a good food source.

 
High amounts in the diet help to lower blood pressure.

 
High amounts in the diet increase inflammation.

 
Walnuts, canola oil, and flaxseed are good food sources.


Question 15
 
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Based on the type of fat found in the following foods, which would be the healthiest choice for lunch from the fruit group?

 
 
Apple fritter

 
Fried banana fruit kebab

 
Cherry pie with low-fat vanilla ice cream

 
Avocado slices, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar




Question 16
 
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Which of the following individuals is likely using body protein for energy?

 
 
Sue, who is on a very low calorie diet.

 
Bob, who is 20 pounds overweight.

 
Michael, a student who snacks on chips and soda to stay awake and study.

 
Sylvia, a pregnant woman.

Question 17
 
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Essential amino acids are identified as such because

 
 
The side chain on these amino acids contains nitrogen

 
The side chain on these amino acids contains at least 3 carbons

 
The side chain on these amino acids cannot be made by humans

 
The side chain on these amino acids contains nitrogen and at least 3 carbons

Question 18
 
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Protein-energy malnutrition is more common in children than in adults because

 
 
Children need more protein per unit of body weight than adults

 
Children need more energy per unit of body weight than adults

 
Children need more protein and energy per unit of body weight than adults

 
Children are likely to be picky eaters compared to adults

Question 19
 
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Which of the following would help a vegan meet their nutrient needs?

 
 
Eating oatmeal in place of meat

 
Drinking fortified soy milk in place of dairy products

 
Eating plenty of fresh vegetables to get sufficient vitamin B12

 
Consuming plenty of corn oil to ensure adequate intake of omega-3 fatty acids

uestion 20
 
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In general, plant sources of protein provide _____absorbable forms of iron, zinc, and calcium as compared to animal protein sources.

 
 
less

 
equally

 
more

Question 21
 
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Of the following, which is the highest quality plant protein source?

 
 
Black beans

 
Rice

 
Soy

 
Wheat germ