66 Questions
Which process in carbohydrate metabolism produces ATP?
Electron transport chain
What is the end product of glycolysis?
Pyruvate
Where does the conversion of pyruvate to acetyl-CoA occur?
TCA cycle
Which vitamins are important for the TCA cycle?
B-vitamins
How many ATP molecules are produced from the metabolism of one glucose molecule?
38 ATP
What is the normal fasting glucose level?
5.5 mmol/L
Which of the following is the recommended daily protein intake for a healthy adult weighing 60 kg?
48g
Which of the following is the recommended daily protein intake for a healthy adult weighing 80 kg?
64g
Which of the following is NOT a function of proteins in the body?
Energy storage
Which of the following is NOT a way in which proteins function in the body?
Energy production
According to the latest research, how much protein should be consumed at dinner for older adults?
63g
What is the total protein intake for the given meal plan for a 60kg person?
103g
What is the protein intake per kg of body weight for a 60kg person on the given meal plan?
1.29g/kg
What is the protein intake per kg of body weight for an 80kg person on the given meal plan?
1.72g/kg
Which of the following is a protein-rich food included in the meal plan?
Cheese
Which of the following is NOT a protein function mentioned in the text?
Energy storage
Which of the following is NOT a function of proteins in the body?
Providing energy and glucose
Which protein is responsible for forming scars?
Collagen
Which book would be the most suitable for learning about nutritional sciences?
Nutritional Sciences: From Fundamentals to Food
Which chapter in the book 'Introduction to Human Nutrition' would be most relevant to the topic of proteins?
Chapter 4
What is the primary function of antibodies in the body?
Inactivating foreign invaders
Which protein is involved in vision?
Opsin
Which edition of the book 'Biochemistry' would be the most recent?
7th edition
Which chapter in the book 'Biochemistry' would be most relevant to the topic of proteins?
Chapter 4
Which book would be the most suitable for learning about carbohydrate metabolism?
Biochemistry, International Edition
Which chapter in the book 'Nutritional Sciences' would be most relevant to the topic of carbohydrate metabolism?
Chapter 5
Which of the following is NOT a function of proteins in the body?
Providing fuel for the body's energy needs
What is the primary function of antibodies in the body?
Inactivating foreign invaders
Which protein is involved in vision?
Opsin
What is the normal fasting glucose level?
70-99 mg/dL
Which of the following is a protein-rich food included in the meal plan?
Chicken breast
Which chapter in the book 'Introduction to Human Nutrition' would be most relevant to the topic of proteins?
Chapter 4
Which edition of the book 'Biochemistry' would be the most recent?
7th edition
Which chapter in the book 'Nutritional Sciences' would be most relevant to the topic of carbohydrate metabolism?
Chapter 5
Which protein is responsible for forming scars?
Collagen
Which of the following is the recommended daily protein intake for a healthy adult weighing 60 kg?
46-75 grams
Which of the following is NOT a function of proteins in the body?
Energy production
What is the primary function of antibodies in the body?
Defending against pathogens
Which protein is responsible for forming scars?
Collagen
What is the end product of glycolysis?
Pyruvate
Where does the conversion of pyruvate to acetyl-CoA occur?
Mitochondria
What is the normal fasting glucose level?
Between 70-99 mg/dL
How many ATP molecules are produced from the metabolism of one glucose molecule?
6 ATP
Which vitamins are important for the TCA cycle?
Vitamin B
According to the latest research, how much protein should be consumed at dinner for older adults?
63g
Which of the following is NOT a way in which proteins function in the body?
Storing genetic information
Which of the following statements about amino acids is correct?
Conditionally indispensable amino acids may become essential under certain conditions.
What is the difference between 'dispensable' and 'indispensable' amino acids?
Dispensable amino acids can be synthesized in significant quantities, while indispensable amino acids cannot.
Which of the following is a conditionally indispensable amino acid?
Glutamine
What are the precursors for synthesizing tyrosine?
Methionine and serine
Which book would be most relevant to the topic of proteins?
Biochemistry
What is the primary function of antibodies in the body?
To defend against pathogens
Where does the conversion of pyruvate to acetyl-CoA occur?
In the mitochondria
What is the total protein intake for the given meal plan for a 60kg person?
Not mentioned in the text
What is the recommended daily protein intake for a healthy adult weighing 60 kg?
Not mentioned in the text
How many ATP molecules are produced from the metabolism of one glucose molecule?
Not mentioned in the text
Which of the following is NOT a nutritional classification of amino acids?
Non-essential
What is the main difference between dispensable and conditionally indispensable amino acids?
Dispensable amino acids can be synthesized from non-amino acid sources of nitrogen, while conditionally indispensable amino acids can only be synthesized in a limited number of tissues.
Which of the following amino acids is conditionally indispensable?
Glutamine
How many different amino acids are there in total?
20
Which macronutrient contains nitrogen?
Proteins
What is the minimum number of amino acids required to form a polypeptide?
2
Which amino acid is responsible for forming disulfide cross bridges?
Cysteine
Which amino acid is indispensable?
Leucine
Which amino acid is conditionally indispensable due to its synthesis requiring another amino acid?
Proline
Which amino acid is dispensable?
Glutamic acid
Test your knowledge on carbohydrate metabolism and its functions with this quiz. Learn about glycolysis, the TCA cycle, and the electron transport chain, and understand how carbohydrates are used for energy.
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