SCI 228 Midterm questions and answers

1. (TCO 1) Which of the following is NOT an essential nutrient? (Points : 4) Water Alcohol Vitamins Minerals Question 2. 2. (TCO 1) Which of the following is an example of disease that is directly caused by a nutritional deficiency? (Points : 4) Anemia Cancer Osteoporosis Heart disease Question 3. 3. (TCO 1) Which of the following is NOTa primary function of dietary protein? (Points : 4) Building new cells and tissues Repairing damaged structures Regulating metabolism and fluid balance Serving as a primary source of energy for the body Question 4. 4. (TCO 1) An increased risk for obesity, heart disease, and Type 2 diabetes is associated with: (Points : 4) diets high in saturated fats. diets low in fiber, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. diets high in monounsaturated fats and dairy products. both diets high in saturated fats and diets low in fiber, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Question 5. 5. (TCO 1) Which of the following is an example of an organic micronutrient? (Points : 4) Folate Calcium Fat Iron Question 6. 6. (TCO 1) Which statement is FALSE concerning the field of nutrition? (Points : 4) Nutrition is the study of how food nourishes the body. Nutrition encompasses how we consume, digest, metabolize, and store food. Nutrition is an ancient science that dates back to the 14th century. Nutrition involves studying the factors that influence eating patterns. Question 7. 7. (TCO 2) Including fiber in your diet is beneficial to your GI tract, but consuming excess amounts of fiber can result in the loss of nutrients. This statement is an example of which of the factors to consider in planning diets? (Points : 4) adequacy calorie control variety moderation Question 8. 8. (TCO 2) Which of the following is FALSE? (Points : 4) Lipids are soluble in water. Lipids include triglycerides, phospholipids, and sterols. Lipids are comprised of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. Lipids yield more calories per gram than carbohydrate or protein. Question 9. 9. (TCO 2) What percentage of deaths in the United States can be attributed to unhealthy lifestyle behaviors such as smoking, alcohol misuse, physical inactivity, and unbalanced diet? (Points : 4) 10% 25% 40% 75% Question 10. 10. (TCO 2) On average, Americans eat ________ commercially prepared meals each week. (Points : 4) 2 3 4 8