When Determining the Biological Value (BV) of Proteins, Scientists Measure

question 13

Multiple Choice

When determining the biological value (BV) of proteins, scientists measure the net loss of _____ from the body.

• A) calcium
• B) zinc
• C) carbon
• D) nitrogen

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Definitions:

Sugar

A category of soluble, sweet-tasting carbohydrates found naturally in foods, used primarily for energy in living organisms.

Phosphate

A chemical compound containing the phosphate ion, involved in energy transfer and storage in biological systems.

Backbone

The spine or vertebral column; a series of connected bones or vertebrae that provide structural support and protection to the spinal cord in vertebrates.

Griffith's Transformation

Griffith's transformation experiment demonstrated that bacteria can take up foreign DNA from their environment and express its genetic information, a foundational experiment in molecular biology.