Nutrition Science - Chapter 1

One gram of vitamin C yields how many kilocalories?

0

The first shell of an atom is considered full when it contains how many electrons?

2

One kilogram of beans weighs approximately how many pounds?

2.2

A one-cup serving of orange juice is approximately how many milliliters?

240

How many kcalories are supplied by a slice of pizza containing 30 grams of carbohydrate, 10 grams of protein, and 15 grams of fat?

295

How many kilocalories are provided by one gram of carbohydrate?

4

The second shell of an atom is considered full when it contains how many electrons?

8

Which of the following provides the most energy? A) 1 gram of fat B) 1 gram of alcohol C) 1 gram of protein D) 1 gram of carbohydrate

A) 1 gram of fat

The four elements that make up the bulk of all living things are:

Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen

Which of the following factors influence health? A) Genetics B) Environment C) Lifestyle D) All of the above

D) All of the above

Which of the following is made of atoms? A) The chair you are sitting on B) The food you ate for lunch C) The air you are breathing D) All of the above

D) All of the above

The World Health Organization notes that better nutrition is related to all of the following EXCEPT: A) improved infant, child, and maternal health B) stronger immune systems C) greater longevity (length of life) D) lower productivity

D) lower productivity

The unit of measurement for food energy is:

Kilocalorie

Which of the following is NOT one of the six classes of nutrients? A) Fiber B) Protein C) Minerals D) Vitamins

A) Fiber

Which of the following is NOT a chronic disease strongly associated with nutrition? A) Hip fracture B) Stroke C) Heart disease D) Diabetes

A) Hip fracture

Which of the following are chemical molecules found in foods and required by our bodies to maintain life and support growth and health? A) Nutrients B) Carcinogens C) Electrons D) Bacteria

A) Nutrients

Which one of the following is NOT a macronutrient? A) Vitamin A B) Protein C) Carbohydrate D) Fat

A) Vitamin A

Which of the following terms refers to compounds found in plants that give them their smell, taste, and color? They are not technically nutrients, but many have been shown to affect human health. A) Enzymes B) Bacteria C) Calories D) Phytochemicals

D) Phytochemicals

Which of the following is a fat-soluble vitamin? A) Vitamin B1 B) Biotin C) Calcium D) Vitamin D

D) Vitamin D

Which of the following transports essential nutrients to all body parts, transports waste products for disposal, and aids with body temperature maintenance? A) Iron B) Fiber C) Fat D) Water

D) Water