Hole's Human Anatomy & Physiology (Shier), 12th Edition

Chapter 18: Nutrition and Metabolism

Pre-Test

Learning Outcome 18.3

1
Energy is derived mainly from the metabolism of _____.
A)protein
B)nucleic acids
C)lipids
D)carbohydrates

Learning Outcome 18.3

2
Which of the following is a good source of cholesterol?
A)olive oil
B)peanut oil
C)Swiss cheese
D)egg yolk

Learning Outcome 18.4

3
Excess _____ are stored in the adipose tissue and can be converted to fatty acids on demand.
A)cholesterol molecules
B)triglycerides
C)glycerol molecules
D)carbohydrates

Learning Outcome 18.10

4
Which organ is the last to convert vitamin D to its most active form?
A)liver
B)skin
C)kidney
D)intestine

Learning Outcome 18.10

5
FAD is a metabolic coenzyme that requires _____ in its structure.
A)vitamin C
B)thiamine
C)vitamin B2
D)vitamin B1

Learning Outcome 18.6

6
Since plant cellulose is not digestible, it has no nutritional value for humans.
A)True
B)False

Learning Outcome 18.4

7
A diet high in fiber always has some benefits for metabolism.
A)True
B)False

Learning Outcome 18.9

8
Excess carbohydrates in the diet can cause a person to gain excess fat in the tissues.
A)True
B)False

Learning Outcome 18.4

9
In the process of gluconeogenesis, the amino acid leucine can be converted to glucose.
A)True
B)False

Learning Outcome 18.4

10
Illness will occur in persons who use carbohydrates as their main source of food.
A)True
B)False
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