Protein Review

What is the primary function of protein in the human body?

• To provide energy only

• To act as the main building block of muscles

• To help in digestion

• To regulate body temperature

Which of the following is NOT a role of protein?

• Helping the body grow

• Fighting diseases

• Providing energy

• Enhancing vision clarity

How does protein contribute to fighting diseases?

• By providing energy

• By building muscle

• By helping the body repair itself

• By improving metabolic rate

What are proteins composed of?

• Nucleic acids

• Amino acids

• Fatty acids

• Sugars

What role do amino acids play in the body?

• They store genetic information

• They speed up chemical reactions

• They provide structural support

• They are the building blocks of proteins

What are essential amino acids?

• Amino acids that can be synthesized by the human body

• Amino acids that must be supplied through diet

• Amino acids that are harmful to the body

• Amino acids that are not necessary for health

What is primarily formed by structural proteins in the human body?

• Nervous system

• Digestive enzymes

• Muscles, bones, ligaments, tendons, and skin

• Hormones

Why is a continuous supply of protein necessary for the body?

• To increase body fat

• To replace and repair cells

• To produce energy

• To enhance brain function

What is the primary role of enzymes and hormones?

• To provide structural support to cells

• To pick up, deliver, and store nutrients in cells

• To facilitate body processes such as digestion

• To transport gases like oxygen and carbon dioxide

What happens when the body is starved of carbohydrates?

• A) The body increases carbohydrate production.

• B) The body uses more water to compensate.

• C) The body breaks down its own fat and protein in search of glucose.

• D) The body stops functioning.