food and nutrition unit test

Answer 1

1. What are the three main macronutrients?
a) Carbohydrates, proteins, fats
b) Vitamins, minerals, water
c) Fiber, antioxidants, amino acids
d) Sugars, sodium, cholesterol

2. Which nutrient is the body's primary source of energy?
a) Proteins
b) Fats
c) Carbohydrates
d) Fiber

3. What is the term for a unit of heat energy used to quantify energy obtained from food?
a) Calorie
b) Gram
c) Ounce
d) Pound

4. Which vitamin is necessary for the absorption of calcium and phosphorus in the body?
a) Vitamin C
b) Vitamin D
c) Vitamin A
d) Vitamin K

5. Which mineral is important for muscle function, nerve transmission, and fluid balance in the body?
a) Calcium
b) Iron
c) Potassium
d) Sodium

6. Which of the following is a good source of complete protein?
a) Lentils
b) Eggs
c) Almonds
d) Broccoli

7. What is the term for the process by which the body breaks down food into smaller components to be absorbed and used for energy?
a) Digestion
b) Absorption
c) Metabolism
d) Excretion

8. How many essential amino acids are there that the body cannot produce on its own?
a) 5
b) 8
c) 12
d) 20

9. Which type of fat is considered the healthiest for the body?
a) Trans fat
b) Saturated fat
c) Monounsaturated fat
d) Polyunsaturated fat

10. What is the recommended daily intake of water for adults?
a) 1 liter
b) 2 liters
c) 3 liters
d) 4 liters

Answer key:
1. a) Carbohydrates, proteins, fats
2. c) Carbohydrates
3. a) Calorie
4. b) Vitamin D
5. c) Potassium
6. b) Eggs
7. a) Digestion
8. b) 8
9. c) Monounsaturated fat
10. b) 2 liters