Food and Digestion: Video Assessment

The video tutorial introduces the topic of nutrition, focusing on fats, proteins, and minerals. It explains how digestion begins as soon as food is purchased and delves into the digestive system's role in processing food. The tutorial highlights that most chemical digestion occurs in the intestine and concludes by stressing the importance of maintaining a well-balanced diet.

Which of the following is an example of a nutrient?

• Water

• Fats

• Oxygen

• Carbon Dioxide

What happens to food as soon as it is purchased?

• It starts to spoil

• It becomes healthier

• It begins to digest

• It remains unchanged

What is the primary function of the digestive system?

• To produce energy

• To transport nutrients

• To digest food

• To store food

Where does most chemical digestion of nutrients occur?

• Stomach

• Esophagus

• Intestine

• Mouth

Why is it important to eat a balanced diet?

• To avoid eating too much

• To ensure proper nutrient intake

• To gain weight

• To save money on food