Energy Metabolism

Question 1

When someone is sedentary, which substrate is primarily being used to create ATP?

Answer 1

Fat

Question 2

When glucose is needed, what process breaks down glycogen chains and liberates glucose?

Answer 2

Glycogenolysis

Question 3

Which primary hormone that acts on the pancreas tells the body to perform glycogenolysis (breakdown of glycogen to mobilize glucose because of low blood sugar)?

Answer 3

Glucagon

Question 4

What is the amount of energy available to the body to perform all other functions after cost of exercise is subtracted?

Answer 4

Energy availability

Question 5

Glycolysis is considered:

A) aerobic and requires oxygen
B) anaerobic in nature, but can occur if oxygen is present
C) the digestive system itself

Answer 5

B) anaerobic in nature, but can occur if oxygen is present

Question 6

The simplest unit of a carbohydrate is called what?

Answer 6

A monosaccharide

Question 7

Lactose is a milk sugar that contains how many glucose and how many galactose?

Answer 7

One glucose, one galactose

Question 8

Which whole-grain product is the best choice for adequate fiber toward your needs for the day?

A) 2 grams of fiber and 1 gram of sugar
B) 3 grams of fiber and 15 grams of sugar
C) 5 grams of fiber and 2 grams of sugar
D) 3 grams of fiber and 25 grams of sugar

Answer 8

C) 5 grams of fiber and 2 grams of sugar

Question 9

True or false: the average fiber intake in the United States is within the range of the recommended amount

Answer 9

False. The intake is under the recommended amount

Question 10

True or false: Milk is a great recovery drink for athletes because it replaces carbs and has protein.

Answer 10

True!