Biology Practice: Nutrition (Mock Test 3 - Advanced Level)
1. The Biological Value of a protein is determined by its:
2. Which of the following best describes the "Dynamic Equilibrium" of nutrients in the body?
3. Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) is unique among vitamins because it contains the metal ion:
4. "Xerophthalmia" is a serious clinical condition resulting from prolonged deficiency of:
5. Which of the following biochemical tests would give a "Brick Red" precipitate indicating the presence of a reducing sugar?
6. The "Specific Dynamic Action" (SDA) of food refers to the:
7. Which of these is a "Trace Mineral" required by the body in very minute quantities?
8. Prolonged use of antibiotics can sometimes lead to a deficiency of which vitamin synthesized by gut bacteria?
9. The main difference between Kwashiorkor and Marasmus is that Marasmus involves:
10. "Osteomalacia" is a condition in adults equivalent to which childhood disease?
11. Which form of Carbohydrate is used as the "Storage Polysaccharide" in the liver and muscles of humans?
12. What is the role of the "Intrinsic Factor" produced in the stomach regarding nutrition?
13. Which of the following contains the highest amount of "Saturated Fats"?
14. "Metabolic Water" is water that is:
15. The "Antineuritic" vitamin which prevents disorders of the nervous system is:
16. Why is a vegetarian diet often supplemented with pulses and cereals together?
17. Which chemical is used to confirm the presence of Fats using the "Spot Test"?
18. "Hypervitaminosis" is a toxic condition caused by the overconsumption of:
19. Which nutrient is considered the "Secondary" source of energy, utilized after carbohydrates are exhausted?
20. What is the fundamental difference between "Autotrophic" and "Heterotrophic" nutrition?
