Question 1

Phosphus functions in all the following ways except which one?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

A)   Fluoride
B)   Copper
C)   Iron
D)   Selenium

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

The best zinc source is

Accepted Answer

A)   turkey.
B)   cheese.
C)   pears.
D)   potatoes.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

A)   200
B)   400
C)   600
D)   800

Question 6

In the body, 99 percent of calcium is found in

Accepted Answer

A)   the liver.
B)   intracellular fluid.
C)   bones and teeth.
D)   nerve cells.

Question 7

Adult men need how much total water intake per day?

Accepted Answer

A)   2.2 liters (9 cups) 
B)   2.7 liters (11 cups) 
C)   3.0 liters (13 cups) 
D)   3.7 liters (15 cups)

Question 8

Compared to most municipal water supplies, bottled water

Accepted Answer

A)   is safer to drink.
B)   has higher fluoride content.
C)   places less of a burden on the environment.
D)   is essentially the same.

Question 9

In the United States, the safety of municipal water supplies is regulated by the

Accepted Answer

A)   Environmental Protection Agency.
B)   United States Department of Agriculture.
C)   Food and Drug Administration.
D)   International Bottled Water Association.

Question 10

_______________ is the mineral present in the body in greatest quantity. The best dietary sources are milk and dairy products.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______________ is the mineral present in the...

Question 11

The two most significant extracellular ions are

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

A)   They make possible the transfer of nerve impulses.
B)   They are constituents of important body compounds.
C)   They provide 4 kilocalories per gram.
D)   They help maintain water balance.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

A)   iron.
B)   calcium.
C)   selenium.
D)   sulfur.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

A)   Thirst is a reliable indicator of how much water an athlete should consume during and after workouts.
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.

Question 15

Which of the following is a good chromium source?

Accepted Answer

A)   Cherries
B)   Whole grains
C)   Enriched, refined grains
D)   Drinking water

Question 16

The first line of defense against bone loss in those at risk f osteoposis is

Accepted Answer

A)   consuming adequate bone building nutrients.
B)   hormone therapy.
C)   increasing physical activity.
D)   limiting sodium and caffeine intakes.

Question 17

Minerals are classified in which way?

Accepted Answer

A)   Major minerals are needed in amounts greater than 500 mg per day.
B)   Trace minerals are needed in amounts less than 100 mg per day.
C)   Trace minerals are needed in amounts less than 10 mg per day.
D)   Major minerals are needed in amounts greater than 200 mg per day.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

A)   copper.
B)   magnesium.
C)   sodium.
D)   iodide.

Question 19

Potassium perfms all the following functions except which one?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 20

The body's need f water is approximately ____ milliliter(s)  per kilocalie.

Accepted Answer

A)   3
B)   2
C)   1
D)   0.5

Exam 9: Water and Minerals

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

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Phosphus functions in all the following ways except which one?

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The best zinc source is

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The body's need f water is approximately ____ milliliter(s) per kilocalie.

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The two most significant extracellular ions are

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Minerals are classified in which way?

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In the United States, the safety of municipal water supplies is regulated by the

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

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

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The first line of defense against bone loss in those at risk f osteoposis is

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_______________ is the mineral present in the body in greatest quantity. The best dietary sources are milk and dairy products.

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

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Potassium perfms all the following functions except which one?

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In the body, 99 percent of calcium is found in

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Compared to most municipal water supplies, bottled water

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Which of the following is a good chromium source?

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Adult men need how much total water intake per day?

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

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

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

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