Chapter 16: Nutrition and Metabolism

Structure & Function of the Body 13th Edition by Thibodeau & Patton

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Chapter 16: Nutrition and Metabolism

 

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

 

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

 

MULTIPLE CHOICE

 

  1. Proper nutrition requires the correct balance of three types of food. They are:
a. fruits, vegetables, and meats
b. carbohydrates, dairy products, and proteins
c. carbohydrates, fats, and proteins
d. proteins, whole grains, and fruits

 

 

ANS:   C                     DIF:    Memorization                                     REF:    Page: 423

TOP:    Introduction

 

  1. When food molecules enter the cell and undergo chemical changes there, the process is called:
a. assimilation
b. digestion
c. absorption
d. nutrition

 

 

ANS:   A                     DIF:    Memorization                                     REF:    Page: 423

TOP:    Introduction

 

  1. Besides the three basic types of food, good nutrition requires:
a. vitamins
b. amino acids
c. minerals
d. both A and C above

 

 

ANS:   D                     DIF:    Memorization                                     REF:    Page: 423

TOP:    Introduction

 

  1. Which process builds up food molecules into more complex molecules?
a. anabolism
b. catabolism
c. nutrition
d. absorption

 

 

ANS:   A                     DIF:    Memorization                                     REF:    Page: 423

TOP:    Introduction

 

  1. Which process breaks food molecules into smaller molecules to release energy?
a. anabolism

 

b. catabolism
c. nutrition
d. absorption

 

 

ANS:   B                     DIF:    Memorization                                     REF:    Page: 423

TOP:    Introduction

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