Which organ is responsible for the release of sodium bicarbonate, a chemical needed to neutralize stomach acid? Select one: a. The stomach b. The Duodenum c. The Liver d. The Gallbladder e. The Pancreas Question 2 Which of the following is known as an accessory organ in the digestive process? Select one: a.
The Heart b. The Duodenum c. The Kidney d. The Gallbladder e. The Lungs Question 3 What happens mostly in the large intestine (colon)? Select one: a. Vitamins and minerals are absorbed b. Water is absorbed c. Amino acids are absorbed d. Glucose is absorbed e. Fiber is absorbed. Question 4 What is true about fat absorption? Select one: a. It occurs in the ascending colon. b. It is aided by emulsification with bile. c. It is released into the blood stream as VLDL. d. It requires amylase action on the glycerol backbone. e. All of the above Question 5 Which type of absorption mechanism requires a selective protein carrier and ATP energy? Select one: a. Facilitated diffusion b. Passive diffusion c. Active transport d. Passive transport e. Nutrient activity Question 6 What happens first, protein denaturation or protein digestion? Select one: a. Protein denaturation b. Protein digestion Question 7 What is the correct process of protein synthesis? Select one: a. DNA is transcribed to mRNA which is translated to Protein. b. mRNA is transcribed to DNA which is translated to Protein c. Protein is transcribed to mRNA which is translated to DNA d. Protein is transcribed to DNA which is translated to mRNA e. DNA is transcribed to Protein which is translated to mRNA. Question 8 High protein diets can deplete the body of: Select one: a. Water b. Calcium c. Vitamin B6 d. All of the above. Question 9 Lactase persistence is tied to human biocultural evolution. Select one: True False Question 10 Protein need is based on body: Select one: a. Weight b. Height c. Caloric need d. CHO adequacy e. Nutrient density Question 11 Kwashiorkor is best described as: Select one: a. Fibrous proteins b. High biological value protein sources c. Complementary protein sources d. Lack of protein and energy in the diet e. Lack of protein in the diet Question 12 _________ decreases transit time. Select one: a. Glucose b. Insoluble Fiber c. Antibodies d. Allergen (Antigen) e. Hyperhomocystemia Question 13 Proteins can be of two basic types: Select one: a. DNA and RNA b. Antibodies and Antigens c. Enzymes and Hormones d. Simple and Complex e. Fibrous and Globular Question 14 Which of the following is a protein component in food causing allergy? Select one: a. Glucose b. Insoluble Fiber c. Antibodies d. Allergen (Antigen) e. Hyperhomocystemia Question 15 _________ are proteins produced by immune cells. Select one: a. Glucose b. Insoluble Fiber c. Antibodies d. Allergen (Antigen) e. Hyperhomocystemia Question 16 _________ is a risk factor for heart disease. Select one: a. Glucose b. Insoluble Fiber c. Antibodies d. Allergen (Antigen) e. Hyperhomocystemia Question 17 Which of the following statements is true regarding metabolism? Select one: a. Homeostasis involves a balance of anabolic and catabolic reactions. b. Homeostasis causes weight gain. c. Catabolic reactions involve condensation reactions. d. Anabolic reactions cause tissue degradation. e. Enzymatic digestion of proteins to amino acids involves anabolic reactions. Question 18 _________ increase low density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels. Select one: a. Triglycerides b. Antioxidants c. Elevated intakes of saturated fatty acids d. Aerobic physical activities e. Omega-3 fatty acids Question 19 _________ prevents oxidation reactions. Select one: a. Triglycerides b. Antioxidants c. Elevated intakes of saturated fat d. Aerobic physical activities e. Omega-3 fatty acids Question 20 _________ increases high density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels. Select one: a. Triglycerides and folic acid b. Antioxidants like vitamin E and C c. Elevated intakes of saturated fat d. Aerobic physical activities and Omega-3 fatty acids Question 21 _________ has anti-inflammatory effects in the body. Select one: a. Triglycerides b. Antioxidants c. Elevated intakes of saturated fat d. Aerobic physical activities e. Omega-3 fatty acids Question 22 Cancer is: Select one: a. A natural selection advantage b. Prevented by frequent and regular alcohol consumption. c. Not caused by unhealthy diet and lifestyle factors. d. Promoted by phytochemicals. e. A disease characterized by uncontrolled cell growth. Question 23 ______
