In Setting the RDA for Protein, the Committee Assumed That

question 6

Multiple Choice

In setting the RDA for protein, the committee assumed that:

• A) protein will be of low quality.
• B) protein will be the main source of energy intake
• C) other nutrients in the diet will be inadequate.
• D) the RDA will be applied to individuals with unusual metabolic needs.
• E) protein will be consumed together with adequate energy and other nutrients.

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Definitions:

Cotransport

A membrane transport mechanism that simultaneously moves two substances across a cell membrane in the same direction, one typically driving the movement of the other.

Transpiration

The process by which moisture is carried through plants from roots to small pores on the underside of leaves, where it changes to vapor and is released into the atmosphere.

Translocation

The process in plants where nutrients and sugars produced in the leaves are transported to other parts of the plant through the phloem.

Phloem

The vascular tissue in plants responsible for the transport of sugars and nutrients from the leaves down to the roots.