Question 1

Bone loss is a calcium-deficiency disease similar to iron-deficiency anemia.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

High salt intake can temporarily increase the water content of the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

What is the most abundant mineral in the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  Calcium
B)  Phosphorus
C)  Sodium
D)  Iron
E)  PotassiumF) C) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 4

What is the most accurate statement about the body's water balance?

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A)  The regular intake of caffeinated beverages leads to water intoxication.
B)  All water must come from beverages because solid foods don't contain enough water.
C)  The fluid needs of an individual remain the same every day.
D)  Water intoxication can occur even with a few extra cups of water.
E)  Metabolic water is generated in the tissues as a product of chemical reactions.F) B) and D)
G) C) and D)

Question 5

The bioavailability of calcium in calcium-fortified orange juice is comparable to that of milk.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 6

What effect does zinc deficiency have on the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  Decreased production of hemoglobin, leading to hypoxia
B)  Impaired immune response, leading to more infections
C)  Increased appetite, leading to weight gain
D)  Decreased absorption of iron, leading to anemia
E)  Increased production of red blood cells, leading to polycythemiaF) C) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 7

Which of the following statements is true of copper?

Accepted Answer

A)  It plays a key role in the formation of hemoglobin and collagen.
B)  It inhibits the absorption and use of iron.
C)  It enhances the activity of hormones such as insulin and glucagon.
D)  It makes bones and teeth resistant to demineralization.
E)  It regulates the production of thyroid hormones.F) None of the above
G) B) and C)

Question 8

Which of the following individuals is likely to absorb the least amount of calcium?

Accepted Answer

A)  A 42-year-old man
B)  A 3-year-old girl
C)  A 14-year-old boy
D)  A 21-year-old pregnant woman
E)  A breastfed infantF) None of the above
G) A) and D)

Question 9

Which of the following is the correct definition of distilled water?

Accepted Answer

A)  Water that has been treated with ozone to make it safe but not sterile
B)  Water that is lightly flavored and enhanced with vitamins, supposedly to enhance athletic performance
C)  W ater from a spring or well that contains at least 250 parts per million of naturally occurring minerals
D)  Water that has been vaporized and recondensed, leaving it free of dissolved minerals
E)  Water that has been treated by a water softener to replace calcium and magnesium with sodiumF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 10

Describe what is known about the relationship between protein intakes (both low and high)and bone health.

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The mineral crystals of bone form on a p...

Question 11

The principal food source of chloride is:

Accepted Answer

A)  salt
B)  meat
C)  sugar
D)  cereal
E)  dairy productsF) B) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 12

Which of the following food sources provides the least amount of zinc?

Accepted Answer

A)  Meat
B)  Eggs
C)  Legumes
D)  Shellfish
E)  MilkF) A) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 13

What is the DRI of iron for men and women over 51 years of age?

Accepted Answer

A)  48 mg\day
B)  1 mg\day
C)  2 mg\day
D)  18 mg\day
E)  8 mg\dayF) A) and D)
G) C) and E)

Question 14

Why is medical supervision advised for a person suffering from chronic vomiting or diarrhea?

Accepted Answer

A)  To prevent renal failure
B)  To prevent fluid and electrolyte imbalance
C)  To prevent aggravation of hypertension
D)  To prevent internal hemorrhage
E)  To prevent infection by opportunistic bacteriaF) A) and C)
G) A) and E) B

Question 15

Certain mineral salts found in the body act as buffers that maintain the correct pH to permit various physiological processes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Hard water has high concentrations of:

Accepted Answer

A)  sodium and chloride
B)  calcium and fluoride
C)  magnesium and sodium
D)  sulfur and potassium
E)  calcium and magnesiumF) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 17

Which of the following properties of water is used during dialysis?

Accepted Answer

A)  Universal solvent
B)  Cleansing agent
C)  Lubricant
D)  Coolant
E)  Cushioning agentF) B) and C)
G) A) and B)

Question 18

Which of the following elements must be present for the synthesis of thyroxine?

Accepted Answer

A)  Iron
B)  Iodine
C)  Zinc
D)  Fluorine
E)  ChlorineF) C) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 19

The kidneys and the brain regulate the water balance of the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Differentiate between iron deficiency and iron-deficiency anemia. Describe the causes and symptoms of the latter.

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Exam 8: Water and Minerals

Bone loss is a calcium-deficiency disease similar to iron-deficiency anemia.

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High salt intake can temporarily increase the water content of the body.

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What is the most abundant mineral in the body?

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What is the most accurate statement about the body's water balance?

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The bioavailability of calcium in calcium-fortified orange juice is comparable to that of milk.

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What effect does zinc deficiency have on the body?

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Which of the following statements is true of copper?

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Which of the following individuals is likely to absorb the least amount of calcium?

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Which of the following is the correct definition of distilled water?

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Describe what is known about the relationship between protein intakes (both low and high)and bone health.

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The principal food source of chloride is:

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Which of the following food sources provides the least amount of zinc?

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What is the DRI of iron for men and women over 51 years of age?

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Why is medical supervision advised for a person suffering from chronic vomiting or diarrhea?

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Certain mineral salts found in the body act as buffers that maintain the correct pH to permit various physiological processes.

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Hard water has high concentrations of:

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Which of the following properties of water is used during dialysis?

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Which of the following elements must be present for the synthesis of thyroxine?

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The kidneys and the brain regulate the water balance of the body.

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Differentiate between iron deficiency and iron-deficiency anemia. Describe the causes and symptoms of the latter.

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