Question 1

Exceeding the UL for phosphorus can lead to

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A)   mineralization of soft tissues, such as blood vessels and organs.
B)   excessive bone growth.
C)   blood clots.
D)   All of these choices are correct.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 2

What is magnesium's primary function?

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A)   It transports calcium in the blood.
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) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 3

Of the following foods, which is the best source of zinc?

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A)   Turkey
B)   Pears
C)   Cheese
D)   PotatoesE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 4

A rise from 98.6°F to 99.6°F results in a ________% rise in basal metabolic rate.

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A)   10
B)   7
C)   5
D)   1E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 5

Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
-Osmosis

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A)  Substances that break down into ions in water and, in turn, are able to conduct an electrical current
B)  Fluid between cells
C)  Substance that increases urinary fluid excretion
D)  Movement of water through a membrane from an area of low solute concentration to an area of high solute concentration
E)  A positively or negatively charged atomF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 6

Magnesium is required for

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A)   bone health.
B)   cardiovascular health.
C)   energy-yielding reactions.
D)   All of these choices are correct.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 7

Which of the following 1-ounce portions of food would have the least amount of sodium?

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A)   Hamburger
B)   Ham
C)   Deli chicken
D)   CheeseE) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 8

Which of the following statements is true about iron?

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A)   Iron deficiency anemia is found most commonly among young children, adolescents, and menstruating women.
B)   Approximately 65% of dietary iron is absorbed.
C)   An iron-deficient individual absorbs less iron than a person with good iron status.
D)   Excess dietary iron is excreted readily via the kidneys.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 9

________ should be taken with meals to enhance absorption.

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A)   Calcium carbonate
B)   Calcium citrateC) A) and B)
D) undefined

Question 10

Which of the following is a function of potassium?

Accepted Answer

A)   Maintenance of night vision
B)   Regulation of fluid balance
C)   Neutralization of free radicals
D)   Production of stomach acidE) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 11

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

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

Question 12

________ is a disease in which bone mass is lost to such a degree that fractures can occur in bones, especially the wrist, spine, and hips.

Accepted Answer

A)   Osteopenia
B)   Rickets
C)   Osteomalacia
D)   OsteoporosisE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 13

Iron found as a component of hemoglobin and myoglobin is called

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A)   heme iron.
B)   nonheme iron.C) A) and B)
D) undefined

Question 14

Of all the MyPlate food groups, the ________ group provides the most copper.

Accepted Answer

A)   protein
B)   grains
C)   vegetables
D)   fruitsE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 15

The amount of water in each body 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) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 16

The difference between osteopenia and osteoporosis is

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A)   the bone loss of patients with osteopenia is not as severe as that of patients with osteoporosis.
B)   the bone loss of patients with osteopenia is worse than that of patients with osteoporosis.
C)   osteopenia is caused by one's heredity whereas osteoporosis is caused by one's lifestyle.
D)   osteopenia can be cured whereas osteoporosis is irreversible.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 17

Minerals are categorized based on the amount we need per day. Which of the following statements is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)   Major minerals are needed in amounts of 500 mg per day or greater.
B)   Trace minerals are needed in amounts of 100 mg per day or less.
C)   Trace minerals are needed in amounts of 10 mg per day or less.
D)   Major minerals are needed in amounts of 200 mg per day or greater.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 18

Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
-Electrolytes

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A)  Substances that break down into ions in water and, in turn, are able to conduct an electrical current
B)  Fluid between cells
C)  Substance that increases urinary fluid excretion
D)  Movement of water through a membrane from an area of low solute concentration to an area of high solute concentration
E)  A positively or negatively charged atomF) A) and B)
G) B) and E)

Question 19

The process of nerve impulse transmission starts with the flow of ________ ions into the nerve cell.

Accepted Answer

A)   potassium
B)   sodium
C)   chloride
D)   phosphateE) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 20

Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
-Interstitial fluid

Accepted Answer

A)  Substances that break down into ions in water and, in turn, are able to conduct an electrical current
B)  Fluid between cells
C)  Substance that increases urinary fluid excretion
D)  Movement of water through a membrane from an area of low solute concentration to an area of high solute concentration
E)  A positively or negatively charged atomF) D) and E)
G) A) and E)

Exam 9: Water and Minerals

Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Electrolytes

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A rise from 98.6°F to 99.6°F results in a ________% rise in basal metabolic rate.

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Iron found as a component of hemoglobin and myoglobin is called

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The process of nerve impulse transmission starts with the flow of ________ ions into the nerve cell.

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Exceeding the UL for phosphorus can lead to

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Of the following foods, which is the best source of zinc?

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The amount of water in each body compartment mainly is controlled by

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The difference between osteopenia and osteoporosis is

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Which of the following is a function of potassium?

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Which of the following 1-ounce portions of food would have the least amount of sodium?

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________ is a disease in which bone mass is lost to such a degree that fractures can occur in bones, especially the wrist, spine, and hips.

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Magnesium is required for

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What is magnesium's primary function?

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Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Osmosis

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Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Interstitial fluid

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Which of the following statements is true about iron?

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Of all the MyPlate food groups, the ________ group provides the most copper.

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Minerals are categorized based on the amount we need per day. Which of the following statements is correct?

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

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________ should be taken with meals to enhance absorption.

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