Assessment Two

Proteins are made up of smaller units called amino acids.

• True

• False

About 60% of our protein is stored in our muscles.

• True

• False

The simplest type of carbohydrate is honey.

• True

• False

Fats provide the body with vitamins A, B, C,D, E and K.

• True

• False

Fats are found in both animal and plant food.

• True

• False

When you eat carbohydrates, the digestive system breaks down to form glucose.

• True

• False

A function of Vitamin A is the need for growth and normal functioning of the nervous system.

• True

• False

A function of Vitamin C is maintaining healthy cells in muscle bone and dentine in teeth.

• True

• False

Minerals needed in small amounts are calcium, phosphorous, potassium, sulphur and iron.

• True

• False

Water makes up 70% of our total body weight.

• True

• False