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What is the function of proteins in the body?
What is the function of proteins in the body?
- Providing energy for metabolism
- Building and repairing body tissues (correct)
- Aiding in nutrient absorption
- Regulating body processes
Which process involves the movement of nutrients from the gastrointestinal tract into circulation?
Which process involves the movement of nutrients from the gastrointestinal tract into circulation?
- Absorption (correct)
- Digestion
- Metabolism
- Ingestion
Which fields are highly interdisciplinary with nutrition and food science?
Which fields are highly interdisciplinary with nutrition and food science?
- Biology and Chemistry (correct)
- Physics and Engineering
- History and Literature
- Economics and Sociology
What is the main unit for measuring energy in food?
What is the main unit for measuring energy in food?
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Which category of nutrients primarily provides energy for metabolism?
Which category of nutrients primarily provides energy for metabolism?
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