The monomer units that make up cellulose and starch, respectively, are
a. Glucose and fructose
b. Alpha-glucose and beta-glucose
c. Beta-glucose and alpha-glucose
d. Fructose and sucrose

C

Examples of monosaccharides are
a. Lactose and fructose
b. Galactose and sucrose
c. Glucose and fructose
d. Lactose and sucrose

C

People who have lactose intolerance are deficient in the
a. Enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of lactose to galactose and glucose
b. Enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of galactose to glucose
c. Enzymes that catalyzes the oxidation of lactose to
CO2 and H2O
d. Taste receptors for lactose, leaving a bitter taste

A

Gram for gram, protein foods provide the same number of kilocalories as
a. Fats
b. Vitamins
c. Fatty acids
d. Carbohydrates

D

Proteins are copolymers of
a. Amino acids
b. Fatty acids
c. Monosaccharides
d. Peptides

A

An essential amino acid is one that
a. Has more calories than other amino acids
b. Is needed in greater quantities than some others
c. Is synthesized in the body
d. Must be included in the diet

D

Which of the following foods do not furnish complete protein?
a. Brown rice and beans
b. Eggs
c. Peanuts
d. Quinoa

C

Vitamins
a. A class of compounds with an amine group in the structure
b. Most effective when taken as supplements
c. Specific organic compounds required in the diet to prevent diseases
d. Vital (essential) amines

C

Iron is swiftly depleted from the body by
a. Weight loss
b. Energetic exercise
c. Inactivity
d. Blood loss

D