Question 1

The amount of iron in the body is mostly regulated by

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A)   excretion in the urine.
B)   absorption in the small intestine.
C)   absorption through the skin.
D)   absorption in the large intestine.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 2

A suboptimal intake of chromium in individuals in the United States may be linked to

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A)   impaired glucose tolerance.
B)   elevated calcitriol levels.
C)   lowered serum cholesterol levels.
D)   elevated blood pressure.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

This mineral can be protective for the teeth when introduced into the water supply; however it can cause tooth mottling when consumed in high quantities.

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A)   Fluoride
B)   Copper
C)   Iron
D)   SeleniumE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 4

Hypertension is defined as a systolic/diastolic blood pressure at or above ____ mm Hg.

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A)   100/50
B)   120/80
C)   140/90
D)   180/100E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 5

Which of the following is the best copper source?

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A)   Beef liver
B)   Milk
C)   Carrots
D)   LegumesE) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 6

Joe is a wrestler and during his workouts he loses 2 pounds. How much water would he have to drink to replenish this water weight loss?

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A)   2 cups
B)   3 cups
C)   4 cups
D)   5 cupsE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

Which of the following is not a function of calcium?

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A)   Muscle contraction
B)   Appetite regulation
C)   Blood clotting
D)   Normal nerve transmissionE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 8

Which of the following statements is true about iron?

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A)   Iron deficiency anemia is found among young children, adolescents, and menstruating women.
B)   Sixty-five percent of dietary iron is absorbed.
C)   An iron-deficient individual absorbs less iron.
D)   Excess dietary iron is excreted readily via the kidneys.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 9

Of the following, the best source of potassium is

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A)   fresh spinach.
B)   milk.
C)   white bread.
D)   canned tuna.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 10

Potassium and phosphorus are the major ____________ electrolytes.

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The answer of Potassium and phosphorus are the major ____________...

Question 11

In women, bone loss begins around age

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A)   20.
B)   25.
C)   30.
D)   35.E) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 12

In some cultures, pots and pans used in cooking may contribute some ____ to the diet.

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A)   zinc
B)   iron
C)   sulfur
D)   chromiumE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 13

Which of the following foods is highest in selenium?

Accepted Answer

A)   Raisins
B)   Special K
C)   Salmon
D)   TunaE) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 14

Lowering blood pressure is associated with which of the following minerals?

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A)   Sodium
B)   Potassium
C)   Cadmium
D)   ChlorideE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 15

The amount of water in each compartment mainly is controlled by

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A)   oxygen concentration.
B)   glucose concentration.
C)   the presence of fatty acids.
D)   ion concentration.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 16

The mineral that gives hardness to teeth and bones is

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A)   selenium.
B)   zinc.
C)   copper.
D)   fluoride.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 17

Potassium performs all the following functions except which one?

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A)   It maintains the ability to see at night.
B)   It maintains fluid balance.
C)   It assists nerve transmission.
D)   It maintains normal heart function.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 18

The major chloride source in the diet is

Accepted Answer

A)   nuts.
B)   milk.
C)   cheese.
D)   salt.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 19

The most effective treatment for preventing bone loss in those at risk for osteoporosis is

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A)   adequate bone building nutrients.
B)   estrogen and increasing calcium.
C)   increasing calcium.
D)   increasing calcium and vitamin DE) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 20

All foods in their unprocessed form tend to be low in sodium except

Accepted Answer

A)   milk and dairy products.
B)   whole grains.
C)   legumes.
D)   fruits.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Exam 9: Water and Minerals

Of the following, the best source of potassium is

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Potassium and phosphorus are the major ____________ electrolytes.

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In women, bone loss begins around age

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Hypertension is defined as a systolic/diastolic blood pressure at or above ____ mm Hg.

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Which of the following is not a function of calcium?

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The amount of water in each compartment mainly is controlled by

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Which of the following foods is highest in selenium?

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Which of the following statements is true about iron?

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The most effective treatment for preventing bone loss in those at risk for osteoporosis is

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The mineral that gives hardness to teeth and bones is

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Lowering blood pressure is associated with which of the following minerals?

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The major chloride source in the diet is

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In some cultures, pots and pans used in cooking may contribute some ____ to the diet.

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Potassium performs all the following functions except which one?

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All foods in their unprocessed form tend to be low in sodium except

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The amount of iron in the body is mostly regulated by

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This mineral can be protective for the teeth when introduced into the water supply; however it can cause tooth mottling when consumed in high quantities.

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Joe is a wrestler and during his workouts he loses 2 pounds. How much water would he have to drink to replenish this water weight loss?

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Which of the following is the best copper source?

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A suboptimal intake of chromium in individuals in the United States may be linked to

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