Energy & Nutrients

Question 1

What is energy measured in?

Answer 1

Joules.

Question 2

What is Chemical Energy?

Answer 2

Form of energy found in the bonds that keep the atom of a molecule together.

Question 3

What is Mechanical energy?

Answer 3

Form of energy related to motion.

Question 4

What is Thermal Energy?

Answer 4

Form of energy caused by the motion of the particles in matter. (heat)

Question 5

What is Radiant Energy?

Answer 5

Form of energy contained in light and other electromagnetic waves.

Question 6

What is Thermal Energy used for?

Answer 6

Needed to heat organs, so they don’t shut down/die,

Question 7

What is the Law of Conservation of Energy?

Answer 7

No energy can be lost or destroyed, energy can only be transformed or transferred into another type of energy.

Question 8

What is Cellular Respiration?
C6 H12 O6 +6O2

Answer 8

The process by which oxygen and the food we eat , in the form of sugar (glucose) , is transformed into CO2 (a waste product we exhale), water, and energy (used by the body). = 6CO2+6H2O+energy

Question 9

In Cellular Respiration, what is chemical energy transformed into?

Answer 9

Mechanical & Thermal Energy.

Question 10

What is a Nutrient?

Answer 10

A chemical compound (such as protein, fat, carbohydrate, vitamin, or mineral) contained in foods. These compounds are used by the body to function and grow.

Question 11

The energy value of a nutrient is the quantity of energy that the nutrient supplies to the body. This energy is measured in __________ ?

Answer 11

Kilojoules. (Calories)

Question 12

Most of the energy comes from fats. 1g of fats supplies how many kilojoules?

Answer 12

37KJ of energy.

Question 13

1g of carbohydrates or protein supplies how many kilojoules?

Answer 13

17KJ of energy.

Question 14

What is the function of Carbohydrates?

Answer 14

Made up of starches & sugars, quickly transformed into energy by the body.

Question 15

Where can you find Carbohydrates?

Answer 15

• Bread
• Pasta
• Rice
• Potato

Question 16

What is the function of Fats?

Answer 16

Provide energy within the body and store it. Protects & insulates the body and it’s organs.

Question 17

Where can you find Fats?

Answer 17

• Meats
• Dairy
• Nuts
• Plant-based oils

Question 18

Which is better for you? Saturated or Unsaturated fats?

Answer 18

Unsaturated fats.

Question 19

What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

Answer 19

Saturated fats tend to come from animal-based products and can cause health problems if they’re eaten too much when compared to unsaturated fats which come from plants, and fish tend to have more benefits such as blood cholesterol levels, and ease inflammation.

Question 20

What is the function of Protein?

Answer 20

To repair & build cells.

Question 21

What are some good sources of Protein?

Answer 21

• Egg
• Fish
• Dairy products
• Poultry

Question 22

What is the function of Vitamins?

Answer 22

Vital for various functions in the body, and are essential to regulate metabolism and chemical reactions within the body.

Question 23

What are some good sources of Vitamins?

Answer 23

• Fruits
• Veggies
• Sunlight
• Dairy

Question 24

What is the function of Minerals?

Answer 24

Makes up various tissues such as, cartilage, teeth, bones, etc.

Question 25

What are some examples of minerals?

Answer 25

• Iron (Fe)
• Potassium (K)
• Calcium (Ca)
• Sodium (Na)
• Magnesium (Mg)

Question 26

Where can minerals be found?

Answer 26

• Red meats
• Dark green veggies (Kale, spinach)
• Fruits
• Dairy products

Question 27

What is the function of Water?

Answer 27

Makes up 60% of the body, carries substances to different parts of the body.

Question 28

Is Fiber a nutrient?

Answer 28

No.

Question 29

What is the function of Fiber?

Answer 29

Cleans the digestive system.

Question 30

What are some good sources of fiber?

Answer 30

• Beans
• Broccoli
• Berries
• Avocadoes