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SCI 241 Week 4 WileyPLUS® Week 3 & 4 Quiz

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SCI 241 Week 4 WileyPLUS® Week 3 & 4 Quiz

Question 1


	Your answer is correct.

Which of the following is not a monosaccharide?

Fructose

Maltose

Glucose

Galactose

Question 2


	Your answer is correct.

The digestion of starch begins in the ________ and finishes in the ______.

stomach; large intestine

mouth; small intestine

small intestine; gall bladder

mouth; large intestine

Question 3


	Your answer is correct.

The main function of carbohydrate in the diet is to:

form lactose, the disaccharide in breast milk.

form the ribose and deoxyribose sugars in the genetic material of all cells.

function in the cell membrane as a signal molecule to other cells.

provide energy.

Question 4


	Your answer is correct.

Which monosaccharide commonly found in all disaccharides?

Fructose

Galactose

Glucose

Sucrose

Question 5


	Your answer is correct.

Most digestion of carbohydrate occurs in the

mouth

stomach

small intestine

large intestine

Question 6


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Which of the following best describes the effects of lactose intolerance on those who consume dairy products?

the undigested lactose passes into the large intestine, where it causes a severe allergic response causing intestinal bleeding and scarring

the undigested lactose passes into the large intestine, where it draws in water, is metabolized by bacteria, producing gas and causing abdominal distension, gas, cramping, and diarrhea

the undigested lactose passes into the small intestine, where it causes a severe traumatic response causing collapse and stoppage of the organ

all of these occur in lactose intolerance

Question 7


	Your answer is correct.

Which of the following best describes the effect of a fiber-rich meal on the rise in blood glucose that occurs after a meal?

The rise in blood glucose will occur more quickly

There will be no effect on the rise in blood glucose

The rise in blood glucose will be delayed

None of these choices

Question 8

When comparing naturally occurring sugars and refined sugars in the human diet, refined sugars are potentially detrimental to human health because:

Refined sugars frequently cause food allergies.

Refined sugars contain very few calories.

Refined sugars contain large doses of heavy metals.

Refined sugars are low in nutrient density.

Question 9


	Your answer is correct.

Eating fat can increase the number of calories you consume because

Fat makes you eat more food

Fat contains 7 calories per gram while carbs and protein are only 4 calories per gram

Fat does not increase the number of calories

Fat contains 9 calories per gram while carbohydrate and protein are only 4 calories per gram

Question 10


	Your answer is correct.

Cholesterol:

can be converted to vitamin D.

can be found in all foods.

contains glycerol and 3 fatty acids.

acts as an emulsifier.

Question 11


	Your answer is correct.

Protein containing particles that transport lipids in the blood are called:

triglycerides

micelles

emulsifiers

lipoproteins

Question 12


	Your answer is correct.

Which statement is correct:

The total grams of fat in the American diet has stayed relatively constant over the past 40 years.

The total grams of fat in the American diet has decreased over the past 40 years.

The total grams of fat in the American diet has increased over the past 40 years.

The total Calories from fat consumed in the American diet has decreased over the past 40 years.

Question 13


	Your answer is correct.

Lipid stored in fat cells (adipose tissue) provides many benefits including

an increase in the metabolic rate of an individual

protection of organs and insulation for maintaining body temperature

movement of cell components for additional storage of protein

protection of red blood cells

Question 14


	Your answer is correct.

Which of the following statements is false about omega-3 fatty acids?

Fish is a good food source.

High amounts in the diet help to lower blood pressure.

High amounts in the diet increase inflammation.

Walnuts, canola oil, and flaxseed are good food sources.

Question 15


	Your answer is correct.

Based on the type of fat found in the following foods, which would be the healthiest choice for lunch from the fruit group?

Apple fritter

Fried banana fruit kebab

Cherry pie with low-fat vanilla ice cream

Avocado slices, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar

Question 16


	Your answer is correct.

Which of the following individuals is likely using body protein for energy?

Sue, who is on a very low calorie diet.

Bob, who is 20 pounds overweight.

Michael, a student who snacks on chips and soda to stay awake and study.

Sylvia, a pregnant woman.

Question 17


	Your answer is correct.

Essential amino acids are identified as such because

The side chain on these amino acids contains nitrogen

The side chain on these amino acids contains at least 3 carbons

The side chain on these amino acids cannot be made by humans

The side chain on these amino acids contains nitrogen and at least 3 carbons

Question 18


	Your answer is correct.

Protein-energy malnutrition is more common in children than in adults because

Children need more protein per unit of body weight than adults

Children need more energy per unit of body weight than adults

Children need more protein and energy per unit of body weight than adults

Children are likely to be picky eaters compared to adults

Question 19


	Your answer is correct.

Which of the following would help a vegan meet their nutrient needs?

Eating oatmeal in place of meat

Drinking fortified soy milk in place of dairy products

Eating plenty of fresh vegetables to get sufficient vitamin B12

Consuming plenty of corn oil to ensure adequate intake of omega-3 fatty acids

Question 20


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In general, plant sources of protein provide _____absorbable forms of iron, zinc, and calcium as compared to animal protein sources.

less

equally

Question 21


	Your answer is correct.

Of the following, which is the highest quality plant protein source?

Black beans

Rice

Soy

Wheat germ