10 Questions
What are proteins made of?
Amino acids
What happens to proteins during digestion?
They are split to release single amino acids.
Where are amino acids joined together to produce new proteins?
In the liver
What is the critical importance of the amino acid sequence in a protein chain?
It determines the protein's suitability for a particular activity.
Where is half of the protein in the body of a normal 65 kg man located?
In the muscles
What happens to excess protein intake in the body?
Used for energy or converted to fat
From where does the body mainly lose protein when the protein intake is less than needed?
Skeletal muscles and the skin
What is the example of rapid protein turnover mentioned in the text?
Small intestine
How many essential amino acids are there that the body cannot make for itself and must be provided through dietary protein?
8
What is the measure used to determine the protein quality based on the amount of protein retained in the body during several days of eating that protein?
Protein Efficiency Ratio (PER)
This quiz covers an introduction to proteins, essential amino acids, protein quality, complementary proteins, high protein diet, deficiency in childhood, and damage to protein during food preparation. It provides essential information about the significance of proteins in the diet and related aspects.
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