Question 1

Intracellular water volume depends primarily on the concentration of

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A)   sodium and chloride.
B)   phosphate and potassium.
C)   potassium and sodium.
D)   chloride and potassium.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 2

During intense vomiting, much _______________ can be lost because this mineral is present in stomach acid

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Question 3

The most nutrient-dense calcium food source is

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A)   dark green vegetables.
B)   meat.
C)   milk and dairy products.
D)   cereal grains.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 4

_______________ is a major mineral important for nerve and heart function and is a cofactor for over 300 enzymes. It is a major constituent of bone and is found in whole grains and vegetables. Low levels of this mineral may be associated with sudden heart attacks

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Question 5

_______________ is the process of equalizing ion concentration by movement of fluid through a semipermeable membrane, such as the one surrounding cells.

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Question 6

Compared to most municipal water supplies, bottled water

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A)   is safer to drink.
B)   has higher fluoride content.
C)   places less of a burden on the environment.
D)   is essentially the same.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 7

A mineral that has antioxidant functions and has been suggested to reduce cancer risk is

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A)   iron.
B)   manganese.
C)   selenium.
D)   sulfur.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 8

Which of the following is not true about the regulation of fluid in the body?

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A)   Thirst is a reliable indicator of how much water should be consumed to replenish body fluids.
B)   Antidiuretic hormone is released to force the kidney to conserve water.
C)   There is a limit to how concentrated the kidney can make the urine.
D)   Even though the kidney can effectively conserve water, insensible water losses must be replenished.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 9

Copper's functions consist of all the following except

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A)   connective tissue formation.
B)   thyroid hormone synthesis.
C)   iron release from storage.
D)   hemoglobin formation.E) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

According to the RDA, the mineral that you need in the largest amount is

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

Question 11

Phosphorus functions in all the following ways except which one?

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A)   It is a cofactor for a variety of enzymes.
B)   It is important for blood glucose regulation.
C)   It is a component of cell membranes.
D)   It is a component of DNA.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

A liter of perspiration lost by the body represents ____ kcalories.

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A)   200
B)   400
C)   600
D)   800E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 13

Magnesium is provided in the diet primarily by

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A)   whole grains.
B)   meat.
C)   legumes.
D)   milk.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 14

Manganese functions as

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A)   a cofactor for many different enzymes.
B)   a component of thyroid hormone.
C)   a cofactor for the absorption of vitamin A
D)   an essential mineral for amino acid metabolism.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 15

Which of the following is true about mineral bioavailability?

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A)   Minerals from plants are better absorbed than those from animal products.
B)   Minerals from animal products are better absorbed than those from plants.
C)   The trace mineral content of plants is relatively constant no matter which soil serves as the medium.
D)   Refining foods will increase the trace mineral content.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 16

_______________ is important in the synthesis of hemoglobin and the transport and storage of iron. With vitamin C, this mineral is important in collagen synthesis

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Question 17

The best food source of iron is

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A)   whole wheat bread.
B)   egg yolk.
C)   raisins.
D)   liver.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 18

What is magnesium's primary function?

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A)   It acts as the carrier for calcium absorption.
B)   It is important in hemoglobin synthesis.
C)   It maintains mucus production in the digestive tract.
D)   It is important for nerve and heart function.E) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 19

Sodium and chloride are the major ____________ electrolytes.

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The answer of Sodium and chloride are the major ____________...

Question 20

Consumption of this mineral in water has lowered the rate of dental caries because _______________ strengthens the crystal structure of teeth

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Exam 9: Water and Minerals

Copper's functions consist of all the following except

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Manganese functions as

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Magnesium is provided in the diet primarily by

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Which of the following is true about mineral bioavailability?

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Intracellular water volume depends primarily on the concentration of

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_______________ is a major mineral important for nerve and heart function and is a cofactor for over 300 enzymes. It is a major constituent of bone and is found in whole grains and vegetables. Low levels of this mineral may be associated with sudden heart attacks

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A mineral that has antioxidant functions and has been suggested to reduce cancer risk is

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According to the RDA, the mineral that you need in the largest amount is

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Phosphorus functions in all the following ways except which one?

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_______________ is important in the synthesis of hemoglobin and the transport and storage of iron. With vitamin C, this mineral is important in collagen synthesis

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The most nutrient-dense calcium food source is

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Sodium and chloride are the major ____________ electrolytes.

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The best food source of iron is

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_______________ is the process of equalizing ion concentration by movement of fluid through a semipermeable membrane, such as the one surrounding cells.

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A liter of perspiration lost by the body represents ____ kcalories.

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Which of the following is not true about the regulation of fluid in the body?

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What is magnesium's primary function?

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During intense vomiting, much _______________ can be lost because this mineral is present in stomach acid

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Consumption of this mineral in water has lowered the rate of dental caries because _______________ strengthens the crystal structure of teeth

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Compared to most municipal water supplies, bottled water

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