Function and Role of Protein 0.0 / 5 ? Home Economics: Food & NutritionFunction and role of nutrientsGCSEOCR Created by: kennedylilyCreated on: 30-12-15 13:43 What is protein made of? Long chains of amino acids 1 of 23 How many different amino acids are known in nature? 80 2 of 23 How many amino acids do humans need? 20 3 of 23 How many amino acids are made by the body? 11 4 of 23 What are the amino acids called that are made by the body? Non-essential 5 of 23 How many amino acids come from our diet? 9 6 of 23 What are the amino acids called that come from our diet? Essential 7 of 23 What is the main function of protein in the body? For growth 8 of 23 When does the body experience rapid growth? During childhood and after puberty 9 of 23 What is another function of protein in the body? For maintenance of the body 10 of 23 What does protein repair? Muscle and tissue damage 11 of 23 What is the secondary function of protein in the body? It is a secondary source of energy 12 of 23 How many calories does 1g of protein provide us with? 4kCal 13 of 23 What happens to excess protein and where is it stored? It is converted to fat and is stored in the adipose tissue 14 of 23 Where is the first source of protein found? In animal products 15 of 23 Give five examples of animal foods that are rich in protein Cheese, fish, eggs, meat and milk 16 of 23 Which type of protein do animal foods provide you with? HBV protein 17 of 23 What does HBV protein contain? All 9 essential amino acids 18 of 23 Which one plant protein is a source of HBV protein? Soya 19 of 23 Where is the second source of protein found? In plant products 20 of 23 Give six examples of plant foods that are rich in protein Beans, lentils, nuts, peas, seeds and grains 21 of 23 Which type of protein do plant products provide you with? LBV protein 22 of 23 What does LBV protein lack? 1 or more essential amino acid 23 of 23
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