Nutrition and Digestion Multiple Choice Questions

Which of the following is NOT a macronutrient?

• Water

• Protein

• Vitamins

• Carbohydrates

Which nutrient group provides energy but is needed in smaller amounts?

• Vitamins

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Proteins

The energy value of food is measured in:

• Grams

• Calories

• Nutrients

• Kilograms

Which organ produces bile?

• Pancreas

• Small intestine

• Liver

• Stomach

The majority of digestion and absorption occurs in the:

• Stomach

• Large intestine

• Small intestine

• Esophagus

What is the main job of the large intestine?

• Digest fats

• Absorb nutrients

• Reabsorb water

• Break down proteins

Peristalsis occurs in the:

• Liver

• Esophagus

• Stomach

• Mouth

Chyme is formed in the:

• Stomach

• Esophagus

What nutrient provides the most energy per gram?

• Fats

• Carbohydrates

• Vitamins

• Water

What structure increases surface area in the small intestine for absorption?

• Enzymes

• Villi

• Cilia

• Microbes