In which of the following functions does vitamin B6 play a key role?
A) blood clotting B) synthesis of thyroid hormones
C) folding of the embryonic neural tube D) transamination
Q. 2Corn syrup and honey can be dangerous for infants because they may contain
A) parasites. B) Clostridium botulinum spores.
C) too much sugar. D) Salmonella.
Q. 3Joe would like to lose two pounds a week. If his present energy intake is 4,200 kcal a day and his energy expenditure does not change, how many kilocalories should he consume each day to achieve his goal?
A) 2,500 kcal B) 3,200 kcal C) 3,700 kcal D) 2,000 kcal
Q. 4What is the chemical name for vitamin B6?
A) pyridoxine B) pantothenic acid C) niacin D) folate
Q. 5Plants store glucose in the form of the complex carbohydrate
A) glycogen. B) starch. C) glucagon. D) lipids.
Q. 6It is difficult to consume adequate vitamin C from the diet alone.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 7The energy balance equation states that energy balance occurs when
A) energy consumed is less than energy expended.
B) the ratio of energy consumed to energy expended is less than or equal to 2:1.
C) energy consumed equals energy expended.
D) energy expended is less than energy consumed.
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