1.
Which of the following is the primary function
of carbohydrates in the body?
A. Energy storage B. Structural
support C. Cell signaling D. All of the above
2.
What is the general formula for carbohydrates?
A. C6H12O2 B. C6H12O6 C.
C6H10O5 D. C6H12O3
3.
Which of the following is not a monosaccharide?
A. Glucose B. Fructose C.
Sucrose D. Galactose
4.
Which carbohydrate is commonly known as blood
sugar?
A. Glucose B. Fructose C.
Sucrose D. Lactose
5.
Which type of carbohydrate cannot be digested by
humans?
A. Monosaccharides B.
Disaccharides C. Polysaccharides D. All can be digested
6.
Which of the following is an example of a
complex carbohydrate?
A. Glucose B. Fructose C.
Starch D. Sucrose
7.
What is the main storage form of carbohydrates
in animals?
A. Glycogen B. Cellulose C.
Amylose D. Chitin
8.
Which enzyme is responsible for the digestion of
carbohydrates in the mouth?
A. Amylase B. Lipase C.
Protease D. Trypsin
9.
Which of the following is a function of dietary
fiber?
A. Promotes bowel regularity B.
Lowers cholesterol levels C. Helps control blood sugar levels D. All of the
above
10.
Which of the following is not a function of
carbohydrates in plants?
A. Structural support B. Energy
storage C. Cell recognition D. Antibody production
11.
What is the process by which plants convert
sunlight into carbohydrates?
A. Photosynthesis B. Glycolysis
C. Fermentation D. Krebs cycle
12.
Which of the following is a reducing sugar?
A. Glucose B. Fructose C.
Sucrose D. Maltose
13.
Which type of carbohydrate is found in milk?
A. Lactose B. Galactose C.
Maltose D. Sucrose
14.
Which of the following is an example of a
disaccharide?
A. Glucose B. Fructose C.
Sucrose D. Starch
15.
Which polysaccharide is found in the exoskeleton
of arthropods?
A. Chitin B. Cellulose C.
Starch D. Glycogen
16.
Which of the following is a common source of
dietary fiber?
A. Whole grains B. Fruits and
vegetables C. Legumes D. All of the above
17.
Which enzyme is responsible for the digestion of
starch in the small intestine?
A. Amylase B. Lipase C.
Protease D. Trypsin
18.
What is the recommended daily intake of fiber
for adults?
A. 5 grams B. 10 grams C. 25
grams D. 50 grams
19.
Which of the following is a symptom of lactose
intolerance?
A. Diarrhea B. Bloating C.
Abdominal pain D. All of the above
20.
Which type of carbohydrate forms the cell walls
of plants?
A. Cellulose B. Lactose C.
Amylose D. Glycogen
21.
What is the main function of insulin in the
body?
A. Regulates blood sugar levels
B. Promotes glycogen breakdown C. Stimulates fat synthesis D. Increases
appetite
22.
Which of the following is a simple sugar found
in honey?
A. Glucose B. Fructose C.
Sucrose D. Maltose
23.
Which of the following is an example of a
monosaccharide with five carbons?
A. Glucose B. Fructose C.
Ribose D. Galactose
24.
Which carbohydrate is the main source of energy for
the brain?
A. Glucose B. Fructose C.
Sucrose D. Lactose
25.
Which enzyme is responsible for the breakdown of
lactose in the small intestine?
A. Lactase B. Amylase C.
Protease D. Trypsin
26.
Which of the following is an example of a
complex carbohydrate found in plant foods?
A. Cellulose B. Maltose C. Sucrose D. Lactose
27.
What is the term for the process by which
complex carbohydrates are converted to glucose in the body?
A. Glycolysis B.
Gluconeogenesis C. Fermentation D. Krebs cycle
28.
Which of the following is a common source of
resistant starch?
A. Green bananas B. White rice
C. White bread D. Potato chips
29.
Which type of carbohydrate is stored in the
liver and muscles?
A. Glycogen B. Cellulose C.
Amylose D. Chitin
30.
What is the primary function of dietary
carbohydrates?
A. Provide energy B. Build
muscle tissue C. Promote bone health D. Enhance brain function
31.
Which of the following is an example of a
non-reducing sugar?
A. Glucose B. Fructose C.
Sucrose D. Lactose
32.
Which carbohydrate is the main component of
dietary fiber?
A. Cellulose B. Lactose C.
Amylose D. Glycogen
33.
What is the enzyme responsible for breaking down
complex carbohydrates into smaller units in the small intestine?
A. Amylase B. Lipase C.
Protease D. Trypsin
34.
Which of the following is a function of glycogen
in the body?
A. Energy storage B. Insulation
C. Nerve conduction D. All of the above
35.
Which type of carbohydrate is commonly used as a
sweetener in food and beverages?
A. Sucrose B. Glucose C. Maltose D. Lactose
36.
Which of the following is a polysaccharide found
in plants?
A. Starch B. Fructose C.
Sucrose D. Glucose
37.
What is the process by which glucose is
converted to pyruvate in the absence of oxygen?
A. Fermentation B. Glycolysis
C. Krebs cycle D. Electron transport chain
38.
Which of the following is an example of an
insoluble fiber?
A. Cellulose B. Pectin C.
Beta-glucan D. Inulin
39.
Which carbohydrate is found in the exoskeleton
of insects?
A. Chitin B. Cellulose C.
Starch D. Glycogen
40.
What is the recommended daily intake of added
sugars for adults?
A. 5 grams B. 25 grams C. 50 grams D. No
specific recommendation
41.
Which of the following is a characteristic of a
high-glycemic index carbohydrate?
A. Rapidly raises blood sugar levels B.
Provides sustained energy C. Lowers cholesterol levels D. Increases satiety
42.
What is the process by which glucose is stored
as glycogen in the liver and muscles?
A. Glycogenesis B. Glycolysis
C. Gluconeogenesis D. Glycogenolysis
43.
Which of the following is a function of dietary
carbohydrates?
A. Provide essential amino
acids B. Enhance immune function C. Regulate body temperature D. Spare protein
for other functions
44.
Which of the following is a common source of
simple sugars?
A. Fruits B. Vegetables C.
Whole grains D. Nuts and seeds
45.
Which enzyme is responsible for the digestion of
lactose in the small intestine?
A. Lactase B. Amylase C.
Protease D. Trypsin
46.
Which type of carbohydrate is most commonly
found in dairy products?
A. Lactose B. Galactose C.
Maltose D. Sucrose
47.
What is the main function of glucagon in the body?
A. Increases blood sugar levels
B. Promotes glycogen breakdown C. Stimulates fat synthesis D. Decreases
appetite
48.
Which of the following is a source of simple
sugars?
A. Table sugar B. Honey C.
Maple syrup D. All of the above
49.
Which of the following is an example of a
water-soluble fiber?
A. Pectin B. Cellulose C.
Chitin D. Inulin
50.
Which carbohydrate is the primary component of
plant cell walls?
A. Cellulose B. Lactose C.
Amylose D. Glycogen
51.
What is the process by which glucose is
converted to energy in the presence of oxygen?
A. Glycolysis B.
Gluconeogenesis C. Fermentation D. Aerobic respiration
52.
Which of the following is a function of dietary
fiber in the body?
A. Adds bulk to stool B. Lowers
blood pressure C. Enhances nutrient absorption D. Increases insulin resistance
53.
Which type of carbohydrate is commonly used as a
thickening agent in food products?
A. Starch B. Fructose C.
Sucrose D. Glucose
54.
What is the main function of epinephrine in the
body?
A. Increases blood sugar levels
B. Promotes glycogen breakdown C. Stimulates fat synthesis D. Decreases
appetite
55.
Which of the following is a function of dietary
carbohydrates in the body?
A. Provide essential fatty
acids B. Enhance bone density C. Protect against heart disease D. Spare protein
for other functions
56.
Which carbohydrate is found in the milk of
mammals?
A. Lactose B. Galactose C.
Maltose D. Sucrose
57.
What is the main function of glucocorticoids in
the body?
A. Regulate blood sugar levels
B. Promote glycogen breakdown C. Stimulate fat synthesis D. Increase appetite
58.
Which of the following is a source of complex
carbohydrates?
A. Whole grains B. Fruits C.
Refined sugars D. Soft drinks
59.
Which carbohydrate is the primary component of
plant cell walls and provides structural support?
A. Cellulose B. Lactose C. Amylose
D. Glycogen
60.
What is the process by which glucose is
converted to glycogen for storage?
A. Glycogenesis B. Glycolysis C.
Gluconeogenesis D. Glycogenolysis
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