Understanding Energy Balance and Obesity Quiz
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Which of the following is true about ATP (Adenosine triphosphate)?

  • ATP is the stored chemical energy of foods.
  • ATP is the central link between energy-producing and energy-utilizing systems of the body. (correct)
  • ATP is the energy content of food.
  • ATP is released through cellular respiration.
  • What is the specific heat capacity of water?

  • 4.2 J (correct)
  • 1ºC
  • 1 calorie
  • 1 g of water
  • How is the energy content of food determined?

  • By measuring the specific heat capacity of water.
  • By measuring the temperature of the food.
  • By estimating the amount of ATP in the food.
  • By burning a sample of known mass and measuring the energy released via calorimetry. (correct)
  • What is the unit of measurement for the large calorie, food calorie, or dietary calorie?

    <p>cal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the heat liberated when food is burned in the air and when it is metabolized in the body?

    <p>The heat liberated when food is burned in the air is the same as when it is metabolized in the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the unit of measurement for the specific heat capacity of water?

    <p>Joule (J)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the heat liberated when food is burned in the air and when it is metabolized in the body?

    <p>The heat liberated is the same when food is burned in the air and when it is metabolized in the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the energy content of food determined?

    <p>By measuring the energy released via calorimetry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the unit of measurement for the large calorie, food calorie, or dietary calorie?

    <p>Calorie (cal)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about ATP (Adenosine triphosphate)?

    <p>ATP is the central link between energy-producing and energy-utilizing systems of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

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