Carbohydrates and Sugars in Nutrition Quiz

Test your knowledge of biochemistry with questions about simple sugars, complex carbohydrates, dietary fiber, and more.

#1

Which of the following is a simple sugar?

Starch
Cellulose
Glucose
Glycogen
#2

What is the recommended daily intake of carbohydrates for an average adult?

50 grams
100 grams
200 grams
300 grams
#3

Which enzyme breaks down complex carbohydrates into simpler sugars in the digestive system?

Amylase
Lipase
Protease
Isomerase
#4

What is the term for a carbohydrate that consists of two monosaccharide units linked together?

Polysaccharide
Oligosaccharide
Monosaccharide
Disaccharide
#5

Which carbohydrate is commonly found in grains and cereals?

Fructose
Maltose
Sucrose
Starch
#6

What is the main function of carbohydrates in the body?

Provide long-term energy storage
Facilitate muscle contraction
Support immune function
Promote bone health
#7

Which carbohydrate is commonly found in dairy products?

Fructose
Lactose
Maltose
Sucrose
#8

Which of the following is a sugar substitute commonly used by diabetics?

Stevia
Aspartame
Sucralose
Saccharin
#9

In which form is excess glucose stored in the liver and muscles?

Glycogen
Glucose-6-phosphate
Fructose
Lactose
#10

What is the primary source of dietary fiber?

Meat
Fruits and vegetables
Dairy products
Grains
#11

What is the process of converting glucose into energy called?

Glycolysis
Gluconeogenesis
Glycogenesis
Krebs cycle
#12

Which of the following is a complex carbohydrate?

Fructose
Galactose
Cellulose
Maltose
#13

Which carbohydrate plays a crucial role in the structure of plant cell walls?

Glycogen
Cellulose
Chitin
Pectin
#14

What is the term for a condition characterized by insulin resistance and high blood sugar levels?

Hypertension
Hyperglycemia
Hypoglycemia
Hyperinsulinemia
#15

What is the role of carbohydrates in brain function?

Provide structural support
Serve as energy storage
Facilitate neurotransmitter synthesis
Regulate blood pressure

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