Ch. 4 Quiz
Which of the following components of a wheat kernel contains fiber?
bran
Carbohydrates are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen.
false
Carbohydrates are found only in the "Grains" group of MyPlate.
false
When glycogen stores are full, excess glucose is converted to ________ in the process of lipogenesis.
fatty acids
What substance does the pancreas secrete when blood glucose falls?
glucagon
Once absorbed, the monosaccharides are all converted to ________ by the liver.
glucose
The storage form of glucose in animals is
glycogen
Pancreatic amylase is released into the
small intestine
Glucose, fructose, and galactose all have how many atoms of carbon?
6
Which of the following sweeteners should NOT be consumed by individuals with the disease phenylketonuria?
aspartame
Foods with natural sugars generally provide __________ compared with foods with added sugars.
more nutrients and fewer kilocalories
All of the following are considered simple carbohydrates except
polysaccharides
A bond that forms between two sugar molecules is called a glycosidic bond.
true
Glucose is the preferred source of energy for the brain and red blood cells.
true
Small bulges in the colon wall are referred to as diverticula.
true