Question 1

A goiter may form as a consequence of an inadequate intake of

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A)   copper.
B)   magnesium.
C)   sodium.
D)   iodide.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 2

The mineral that is least likely to be deficient in the American diet is

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A)   calcium.
B)   phosphorus.
C)   iron.
D)   copper.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 3

The best zinc source is

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A)   turkey.
B)   cheese.
C)   pears.
D)   potatoes.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 4

_______________ is important in the synthesis of thyroid hormone. Lack of it will lead to goiter

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The answer of _______________ is important in the synthesis of...

Question 5

Large doses of zinc can cause decreases in _______________ absorption

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The answer of Large doses of zinc can cause decreases...

Question 6

A deficiency of _______________ results in impaired glucose tolerance and elevated blood cholesterol

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The answer of A deficiency of _______________ results in impaired...

Question 7

Composed primarily of water, metabolic wastes, and minerals, the major body waste product is ____________.

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The answer of Composed primarily of water, metabolic wastes, and...

Question 8

We get most of the sulfur in our diet from

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A)   carbohydrates.
B)   water.
C)   fats and oils.
D)   proteins.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 9

The body's need for water is approximately ____ milliliter(s)  per kcalorie.

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A)   3
B)   2
C)   1
D)   0.5E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 10

The typical American diet contains approximately ___ mgs of sodium.

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A)   700 to 1,200
B)   1,300 to 2.200
C)   2,300 to 4,700
D)   5,000 to 10,000E) A) and B)
F) C) and D) C

Question 11

Magnesium deficiency causes all of the following except

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A)   irregular heartbeat.
B)   muscle pain.
C)   seizures.
D)   anemia.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 12

Which would you expect to furnish the largest amount of calcium?

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A)   1 medium egg
B)   1 slice of bread
C)   1 ounce of cheese
D)   1 medium appleE) C) and D)
F) A) and B) C

Question 13

Which of the following statements does not describe the role of minerals in the body?

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A)   They make possible the transfer of nerve impulses.
B)   They are constituents of important body compounds.
C)   They provide 4 kcalories per gram.
D)   They help maintain water balance.E) All of the above
F) B) and D) C

Question 14

Consumption of a diet high in salt by a healthy individual will

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A)   cause damage to the kidneys.
B)   result in edema.
C)   increase fecal excretion of sodium.
D)   increase urinary excretion of sodium.E) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 15

Of the following foods, which one is lowest in sodium?

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A)   Pepperoni pizza
B)   Macaroni salad
C)   Milk
D)   Grape juiceE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 16

Oxalic acid can inhibit the absorption of

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A)   Vitamin A
B)   thiamin.
C)   calcium.
D)   protein.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 17

Water regulates body temperature through heat loss via

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A)   conduction.
B)   radiation.
C)   respiration.
D)   evaporation.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 18

The best-absorbed iron source is found in which of the following foods?

Accepted Answer

A)   Sirloin steak
B)   Broccoli
C)   Kidney beans
D)   CheeseE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 19

A severe iodide deficiency during early pregnancy may result in an infant afflicted with

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A)   scurvy.
B)   rickets.
C)   cretinism.
D)   xerophthalmia.E) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 20

Which of the following would have the most sodium?

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A)   Applesauce in a jar
B)   Homemade apple pie made with fresh apples
C)   Homemade apple pie made with canned fruit filling
D)   A prepared apple pie with filling from a can, bought in the storeE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Exam 9: Water and Minerals

A goiter may form as a consequence of an inadequate intake of

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The mineral that is least likely to be deficient in the American diet is

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The best zinc source is

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_______________ is important in the synthesis of thyroid hormone. Lack of it will lead to goiter

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Large doses of zinc can cause decreases in _______________ absorption

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A deficiency of _______________ results in impaired glucose tolerance and elevated blood cholesterol

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Composed primarily of water, metabolic wastes, and minerals, the major body waste product is ____________.

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We get most of the sulfur in our diet from

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The body's need for water is approximately ____ milliliter(s) per kcalorie.

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The typical American diet contains approximately ___ mgs of sodium.

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Magnesium deficiency causes all of the following except

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Which would you expect to furnish the largest amount of calcium?

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Which of the following statements does not describe the role of minerals in the body?

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Consumption of a diet high in salt by a healthy individual will

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Of the following foods, which one is lowest in sodium?

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Oxalic acid can inhibit the absorption of

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Water regulates body temperature through heat loss via

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The best-absorbed iron source is found in which of the following foods?

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A severe iodide deficiency during early pregnancy may result in an infant afflicted with

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Which of the following would have the most sodium?

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