CHAPTER 7: VITAMINS

CHAPTER 7: VITAMINS

 

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

 

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

 

MULTIPLE CHOICE

 

1. Which of the following nutrients enables the body to use energy?

a.	carbohydrates	c.	minerals
b.	vitamins	d.	water

 

 

ANS:  B                    PTS:   1                    DIF:    A                    TOP:   Introduction

 

2. _____ are organic compounds that are essential in small amounts for body processes.

a.	Carbohydrates	c.	Minerals
b.	Vitamins	d.	Proteins

 

 

ANS:  B                    PTS:   1                    DIF:    A                    TOP:   Introduction

 

3. What is the term used for foods that have been supplemented with vitamins?

a.	nutrient-dense	c.	enriched or fortified
b.	processed	d.	nutrient-added

 

 

ANS:  C                    PTS:   1                    DIF:    A                    TOP:   Dietary Requirements

 

4. An example of a fat-soluble vitamin is ____.

a.	vitamin C	c.	niacin
b.	vitamin B12	d.	vitamin K

 

 

ANS:  D                    PTS:   1                    DIF:    A                    TOP:   Fat-Soluble Vitamins

 

5. How can one avoid the loss of vitamins during cooking?

a.	cook vegetables slowly for 1 hour on stovetop
b.	steam vegetables
c.	use dressing with mineral oils
d.	cook vegetables in an oven in lots of water

 

 

ANS:  B                    PTS:   1                    DIF:    A

TOP:   Preserving Vitamin Content in Food

 

6. Which vitamin is essential for maintaining a healthy immune system?

a.	vitamin B12	c.	alpha-tocopherol
b.	vitamin A	d.	cholecalciferol

 

 

ANS:  B                    PTS:   1                    DIF:    A                    TOP:   Fat-Soluble Vitamins

 

7. What is the consequence of vitamin D deficiency?

a.	rickets	c.	pellagra
b.	scurvy	d.	dermatitis

 

 

ANS:  A                    PTS:   1                    DIF:    A                    TOP:   Fat-Soluble Vitamins