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Chapter 15: Biochemistry

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1. Carbohydrates mainly contain:

A Carbon, hydrogen and nitrogen
B Carbon, hydrogen and oxygen
C Carbon, oxygen and nitrogen
D Hydrogen, oxygen and nitrogen

2. Ethan is studying the functions of carbohydrates. He learns that carbohydrates provide quick energy. Which of the following is a good source of quick energy?

A Whole grains
B Fruits
C Sugar
D Vegetables

3. Which is a trisaccharide?

A Glucose
B Sucrose
C Raffinose
D Fructose

4. Amino acids are linked together by:

A Hydrogen bonds
B Ionic bonds
C Peptide bonds
D Disulfide bonds

5. The main function of lipids is to:

A Store energy
B Transmit signals
C Digest food
D Carry oxygen

6. Which food is a rich source of proteins?

A Rice
B Potato
C Egg
D Sugar

7. George is learning about the classification of carbohydrates. He knows that carbohydrates can be simple or complex. Which of the following is a simple carbohydrate?

A Starch
B Glucose
C Cellulose
D Glycogen

8. Qasim is learning about the functions of food components. He understands that proteins are important for growth and repair. Which of the following is a source of protein?

A Rice
B Chicken
C Butter
D Sugar

9. Waleed is studying the deficiency of lipids. He learns that a lack of essential fatty acids can lead to health problems. Which of the following is a source of essential fatty acids?

A Fish oil
B Coconut oil
C Butter
D Lard

10. Which disease is caused by deficiency of vitamin B1?

A Scurvy
B Rickets
C Beriberi
D Night blindness

11. Xia is learning about the importance of vitamins and minerals. She understands that they are essential in small amounts. Which of the following is a source of vitamin C?

A Oranges
B Milk
C Meat
D Bread

12. Fatima is learning about protein deficiency. She understands that protein deficiency can lead to health problems. Which of the following is a result of severe protein deficiency?

A Marasmus
B Kwashiorkor
C Both A and B
D None of the above

13. Which is a lipid?

A Starch
B Glucose
C Fat
D Protein

14. Enzymes are chemically:

A Carbohydrates
B Lipids
C Proteins
D Vitamins

15. Which vitamin is obtained from sunlight?

A Vitamin A
B Vitamin B
C Vitamin C
D Vitamin D

16. Samir is studying lipids. He learns that lipids are important for health. Which of the following is a function of lipids in the body?

A Insulation
B Protection of organs
C Hormone production
D All of the above

17. Carlos is studying nucleic acids. He learns that DNA and RNA are polymers of nucleotides. What is the sugar found in DNA?

A Ribose
B Deoxyribose
C Glucose
D Fructose

18. Which protein structure refers to a chain of amino acids?

A Primary structure
B Secondary structure
C Tertiary structure
D Quaternary structure

19. Khalid is learning about amino acids. He understands that amino acids are the monomers of proteins. How many standard amino acids are there?

A 10
B 20
C 30
D 40

20. Proteins are polymers of:

A Sugars
B Fatty acids
C Amino acids
D Nucleotides

21. Deficiency of vitamin D causes:

A Scurvy
B Rickets
C Beriberi
D Anemia

22. Usman is learning about malnutrition. He understands that malnutrition is a condition caused by an unbalanced diet. What is a type of malnutrition?

A Overnutrition
B Undernutrition
C Both A and B
D None of the above

23. Emma is learning about carbohydrates. She understands that carbohydrates are a source of energy. What is the main role of carbohydrates in the body?

A To build muscles
B To provide energy
C To store genetic information
D To catalyze reactions

24. Which vitamin group is called B-complex?

A Fat soluble vitamins
B Water soluble vitamins
C Steroid vitamins
D Hormonal vitamins

25. Laura is studying lipids. She learns that lipids are a diverse group of hydrophobic molecules. Which of the following is a function of lipids in the body?

A To store energy and form cell membranes
B To catalyze reactions
C To store genetic information
D To provide quick energy

26. Lipids are mainly:

A Water soluble
B Insoluble in water
C Salts
D Proteins

27. Proteins are essential for:

A Energy storage only
B Growth and repair of tissues
C Photosynthesis
D Respiration

28. Zayn is learning about proteins. He understands that proteins have many functions in the body. Which of the following is a function of proteins?

A Enzymatic activity
B Structural support
C Hormones
D All of the above

29. Which nutrient is mainly required for enzymes?

A Carbohydrates
B Proteins
C Lipids
D Vitamins

30. Usman is studying the components of food. He learns that a balanced diet is key to good health. What should a balanced diet include in terms of water intake?

A No water is needed
B Adequate water to maintain hydration
C Only water from food
D Unlimited water

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