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BIO 170 MODULE 1 CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING
The gastric enzyme present in infants that coagulates milk is:
a.   casein.
b.   pepsinogen.
c.   trypsin.
d.   rennin.
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SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3M:Outline the processes of protein digestion, absorption, and metabolism.
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2.	Carbohydrate is stored in the body in the form of:
a.   starch.
b.   polysaccharide.
c.   glycogen.
d.   glucagon.
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SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3C:Describe polysaccharides, including starch and resistant starch, dextrins, and oligosaccharides.
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3.	The type of carbohydrate that helps maintain normal blood glucose levels during fasting periods is:
a.   glucose.
b.   galactose.
c.   dextrins.
d.   glycogen.
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SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3C:Describe polysaccharides, including starch and resistant starch, dextrins, and oligosaccharides.
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4.	Proteins are absorbed primarily in the form of:
a.   fatty acids.
b.   disaccharides.
c.   amino acids.
d.   polypeptides.
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SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues 
along with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3M:Outline the processes of protein digestion, absorption, and metabolism.
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5.	Cholesterol absorption may be decreased by intake of:
a.   vitamin K.
b.   plant sterols.
c.   trans fats.
d.   phospholipids.
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SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues 
along with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3H:Describe cholesterol, its functions, food sources, and health concerns and name the five types 
of lipoproteins.
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6.	Vitamin B12 is found in:
a.   whole grains.
b.   nuts.
c.   meats.
d.   legumes.
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SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues 
along with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3L:Evaluate the health benefits of protein and differentiate among the types of vegetarian diets.
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7.	The chain length of fatty acids that are water soluble and more easily absorbed into the bloodstream is:
a.   very long.
b.   long.
c.   medium.
d.   short.
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SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues 
along with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3F:Identify the role of lipids in nutrition and health and examine the chemical composition and 
characteristics of lipids.
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8.	The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range for fat recommends that the percentage of total kcalories from fat should fall between:
a.   10% and 20%.
b.   20% and 25%.
c.   20% and 35%.
d.   30% and 45%.
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SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues 
along with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3G:Examine the types and amounts of essential fatty acids necessary in the diet and the Dietary 
Reference Intakes (DRIs) for these nutrients.
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9.	Popular low-carbohydrate diets may place an extra burden on:
a.   the heart.
b.   the kidneys.
c.   muscles.
d.   the pancreas.
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SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3D:Compute values for recommended intakes of carbohydrates and fiber and list examples for each.
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10.	Functions of lipids include all of the following, except:
a.   provide energy.
b.   supply essential fatty acids.
c.   promote satiety.
d.   help in losing weight.
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SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3F:Identify the role of lipids in nutrition and health and examine the chemical composition and 
characteristics of lipids.
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11.	An animal protein that is an incomplete protein is:
a.   egg.
b.   gelatin.
c.   milk.
d.   cheese.
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SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3K:Identify the functions, balance, quality, requirements, and intake regarding protein.
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12.	Carbohydrates are composed of a combination of carbon, hydrogen, and:
a.   oxygen.
b.   nitrogen.
c.   water.
d.   glucose.
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SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3A:State the significance of carbohydrates as a prime nutrient and their major functions in body tissues.
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13.	One of the functions of essential fatty acids is to:
a.   improve skin integrity.
b.   control lipid digestion.
c.   reduce blood clotting time.
d.   form chylomicrons.
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SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3G:Examine the types and amounts of essential fatty acids necessary in the diet and the Dietary 
Reference Intakes (DRIs) for these nutrients.
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14.	The n-3 fatty acids are of current interest because of their relation to prevention of:
a.   liver disease.
b.   respiratory infections.
c.   cardiovascular disease.
d.   urinary tract infections.
Hint:Page 63
SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3G:Examine the types and amounts of essential fatty acids necessary in the diet and the Dietary 
Reference Intakes (DRIs) for these nutrients.
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15.	The lipoprotein that carries fat from a meal just consumed to the liver is:
a.   very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL).
b.   low-density lipoprotein (LDL).
c.   chylomicron.
d.   high-density lipoprotein (HDL).
Hint:Page 72
SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3H:Describe cholesterol, its functions, food sources, and health concerns and name the five types 
of lipoproteins.
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16.	One characteristic of an essential fatty acid is that it:
a.   comes from an animal source.
b.   comes from a plant source.
c.   is not manufactured by the body.
d.   is manufactured by the body.
Hint:Page 63
SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3G:Examine the types and amounts of essential fatty acids necessary in the diet and the Dietary 
Reference Intakes (DRIs) for these nutrients.
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17.	Two amino acids are chemically joined by a:
a.   buffer.
b.   hydrogen bond.
c.   carboxyl bond.
d.   peptide bond.
Hint:Page 78
SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3J:Analyze the physical and chemical nature of protein and its specific components.
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18.	The major portion of the chemical digestion of lipids occurs in the:
a.   mouth.
b.   stomach.
c.   small intestine.
d.   large intestine.
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SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3I:Explain the process of lipid digestion, absorption, and metabolism.
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19.	Whole wheat bread, popcorn, baked beans, bananas, and pears are good sources of:
a.   cellulose.
b.   gums.
c.   collagen.
d.   psyllium.
Hint:Page 54
SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3D:Compute values for recommended intakes of carbohydrates and fiber and list examples for each.
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20.	According to the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, daily intake of added sugar should be no more than:
a.   2 tsp.
b.   5 tsp.
c.   8 tsp.
d.   12 tsp.
Hint:Page 49
SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3D:Compute values for recommended intakes of carbohydrates and fiber and list examples for each.
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21.	Excessive intakes of dietary protein can:
a.   cause vitamin deficiencies.
b.   impair kidney function.
c.   increase weight loss.
d.   decrease production of essential amino acids.
Hint:Page 87
SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3L:Evaluate the health benefits of protein and differentiate among the types of vegetarian diets.
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22.	A characteristic of saturated fats is that they are:
a.   found primarily in animal products.
b.   liquid at room temperature.
c.   composed of many double bonds.
d.   found primarily in vegetable products.
Hint:Page 63
SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along 
with the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3F:Identify the role of lipids in nutrition and health and examine the chemical composition and 
characteristics of lipids.
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23.	With respect to its effect on colon microflora, fiber is considered a:
a.   prebiotic.
b.   probiotic.
c.   functional food.
d.   protective agent.
Hint:Page 56
SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along with 
the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3D:Compute values for recommended intakes of carbohydrates and fiber and list examples for each.
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24.	The number of amino acids that are considered indispensable or essential is:
a.   9.
b.   10.
c.   12.
d.   14.
Hint:Page 78
SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along with 
the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3J:Analyze the physical and chemical nature of protein and its specific components.
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25.	Fiber can lower blood levels of:
a.   cholesterol.
b.   triglycerides.
c.   sodium.
d.   calcium.
Hint:Page 53
SLO3:Examine the significance of the macronutrients and their major functions in body tissues along with 
the health issues caused by a deficiency or excess of any of the macronutrients.
LO3D:Compute values for recommended intakes of carbohydrates and fiber and list examples for each.
	
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