Nutrition Quiz

Which of the following is NOT one of the six classes of nutrients?

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Lipids

• Fibers

What is the primary function of proteins in the body?

• Provide energy

• Build and repair tissues

• Store energy

• Regulate body temperature

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Which nutrient class is essential for hydration?

• Vitamins

• Minerals

• Water

• Lipids

Which nutrient class is primarily responsible for providing energy?

• Carbohydrates

• Minerals

• Vitamins

• Water

What is the energy required to raise 1g of water by 1 degree Celsius called?

• Kilocalorie

• Calorie (capital C)

• calorie (lowercase c)

• Joule

When we refer to the calories in food, what are we actually talking about?

• Joules

• Kilocalories or Calorie (capital C)

• Watts

• calorie (lowercase c)

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Which of the following is a monosaccharide?

• Glucose

• Sucrose

• Lactose

• Starch

Which of the following is a monosaccharide?

• Sucrose

• Maltose

• Fructose

• Starch

Which of the following is a disaccharide?

• Glucose

• Lactose

• Galactose

• Starch

Which monosaccharide is represented by the abbreviation "Glu"?

• Fructose

• Glucose

• Galactose

• Sucrose