Vitamins/Minerals/Water Flashcards
1
Q
What are the six basic nutrients
A
Water, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins and minerals
2
Q
The energy given off from a nutrient is described as …
A
Calorie
3
Q
What is free water
A
amount and easily seperated from food
4
Q
Which type of water is incorporated into the chemical structure of food
A
Bound water
5
Q
As altitude increases, the boiling point of water…
A
Decrease
6
Q
Two function of water..
A
Transfer medium for heat
Universal solvent
7
Q
Unoriginal elements are..
A
Minerals
8
Q
Organic compounds are..
A
Vitamins
9
Q
The process of adding vitamins or minerals to foods for nutritious purposes
A
Food fortification
