Question 1

The lack of an immune response to foreign compounds entering the body is called

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A)   allergy.
B)   anergy.
C)   anorexia.
D)   allopathy.

Question 2

The biological value of a food protein is a measure of

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A)   how much of the food one eats.
B)   the total amount of nitrogen in the blood.
C)   how closely it meets amino acid needs.
D)   the weight gained by a growing rat after eating the food protein for 10 days.

Question 3

The recommended amount of protein as a percentage of total energy intake is

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A)   15% to 20%.
B)   20% to 30%.
C)   10% to 35%.
D)   40% to 50%.

Question 4

Excess protein intake can result in

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A)   diabetes.
B)   iron deficiency.
C)   loss of calcium.
D)   excess fiber intake.

Question 5

The functions of protein include

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A)   providing structural support to body cells.
B)   producing antibodies to fight infection.
C)   contributing to acid-base balance.
D)   All of these are functions of protein.

Question 6

Why do individuals with PKU need the nonessential amino acid tyrosine in their diets?

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Individuals with Phenylketonuria (PKU) n...

Question 7

During times of recovery from illness or injury,protein needs may range from 0.8 to 2.0 g/kg body weight.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The nucleotide units that represent a specific amino acid in protein synthesis are called

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A)   blocks.
B)   bonds.
C)   peptides.
D)   codons.

Question 9

Explain why denaturation of a protein destroys its biological function.

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Question 10

Nonessential amino acids can be synthesized through a process called transamination.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Protein-energy malnutrition is also known as

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A)   anemia.
B)   marasmus.
C)   cheilosis.
D)   cirrhosis.

Question 12

Foods containing all essential amino acids in the proportion needed by the body are designated as

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A)   incomplete foods.
B)   high-quantity foods.
C)   dispensable foods.
D)   complete foods.

Question 13

When over 10 amino acids are chemically linked by peptide bonds,the resulting product is known as

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A)   a dipeptide.
B)   a tripeptide.
C)   an oligopeptide.
D)   a polypeptide.

Question 14

What suggestions would you give to athletes taking multiple amino acid supplements?

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Question 15

For the average North American,protein needs can be easily met through our typical diets without the need for supplementation.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which bodily function is not associated with protein?

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A)   blood clotting.
B)   fluid balance.
C)   cell growth and repair.
D)   sparing glucose for energy use.

Question 17

The side chain,or R portion,of an amino acid

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A)   can be synthesized if there is a source of nitrogen.
B)   can be synthesized if caloric intake is adequate.
C)   cannot be synthesized in sufficient quantities to meet body needs.
D)   determines the name of the amino acid.

Question 18

A vegan will eat

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A)   only fruits, nuts, honey, and vegetable oils.
B)   dairy products, eggs, and fish.
C)   dairy products and plant foods.
D)   only foods from plant sources.

Question 19

Lacto-ovo-vegetarians exclude meat,poultry,fish,and eggs from their diet.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Protein digestion begins in the stomach,where proteins are broken down into shorter polypeptide chains of amino acids.

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A) True 
 B)False

Exam 7: Protein

Foods containing all essential amino acids in the proportion needed by the body are designated as

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The nucleotide units that represent a specific amino acid in protein synthesis are called

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Which bodily function is not associated with protein?

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The functions of protein include

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Explain why denaturation of a protein destroys its biological function.

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Protein digestion begins in the stomach,where proteins are broken down into shorter polypeptide chains of amino acids.

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The side chain,or R portion,of an amino acid

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Why do individuals with PKU need the nonessential amino acid tyrosine in their diets?

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When over 10 amino acids are chemically linked by peptide bonds,the resulting product is known as

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Lacto-ovo-vegetarians exclude meat,poultry,fish,and eggs from their diet.

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What suggestions would you give to athletes taking multiple amino acid supplements?

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During times of recovery from illness or injury,protein needs may range from 0.8 to 2.0 g/kg body weight.

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A vegan will eat

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For the average North American,protein needs can be easily met through our typical diets without the need for supplementation.

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The lack of an immune response to foreign compounds entering the body is called

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The recommended amount of protein as a percentage of total energy intake is

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Nonessential amino acids can be synthesized through a process called transamination.

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The biological value of a food protein is a measure of

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Excess protein intake can result in

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Protein-energy malnutrition is also known as

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