Carbohydrate Metabolism
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- Q1Which nutrient is commonly referred to as 'sugar' and provides a quick source of energy?ProteinsCarbohydratesFiberFats30s
- Q2Which nutrient is responsible for providing immediate energy due to its quick breakdown into glucose?ProteinsFatsComplex carbohydratesSimple carbohydrates30s
- Q3Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down starch into maltose in the mouth?LipaseCellulaseProteaseAmylase30s
- Q4Which hormone is released by the pancreas to lower blood sugar levels by promoting the uptake of glucose by cells?CortisolGlucagonEpinephrineInsulin30s
- Q5Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down disaccharides into monosaccharides in the small intestine?AmylaseLactaseSucraseMaltase30s
- Q6Which organ is primarily responsible for the synthesis and storage of glycogen in the human body?KidneyLiverSpleenPancreas30s
- Q7Which of the following is an example of a carbohydrate?ChickenBeefSalmonRice30s
- Q8Which of the following is a form of undigested carbohydrates that humans cannot break down?CelluloseSucroseGlucoseFructose30s
- Q9Which of the following is a common clinical issue associated with excess carbohydrate intake?AnemiaOsteoporosisObesityHypertension30s
- Q10What clinical issue is associated with a rare genetic disorder that impairs the body's ability to metabolize fructose?AnemiaHereditary fructose intoleranceOsteoporosisHypertension30s
- Q11What clinical issue can result from the body's inability to properly digest carbohydrates?AnemiaHypertensionMalabsorptionOsteoporosis30s
- Q12What are the byproducts of carbohydrate fermentation in the colon?Short-chain fatty acids and gasesVitamins and mineralsLong-chain fatty acids and amino acidsSugars and fiber30s
- Q13What role does the colon play in carbohydrate metabolism?It has no involvement in carbohydrate metabolismIt stores carbohydrates for energyIt converts carbohydrates into proteinsIt breaks down complex carbohydrates into simpler compounds30s
- Q14Where does the majority of carbohydrate digestion and absorption occur in the human body?StomachSmall IntestineLarge IntestineEsophagus30s
- Q15Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down sucrose into glucose and fructose?SucraseAmylaseLactaseMaltase30s