Question 1

A severe deficiency of which trace mineral results in scaly skin, poor bone formation, and growth faltering?

Accepted Answer

A) Copper 
B) Magnesium 
C) Manganese 
D) Iron 
A) Copper 
B) Magnesium 
C) Manganese 
D) Iron

Question 2

Why does a diet high in iron decrease the absorption of copper?

Accepted Answer

A) Copper and iron bind together to form insoluble complexes. 
B) Copper depends upon magnesium for transport and iron binds magnesium. 
C) Copper is oxidized to its less absorbable cupric form by iron. 
D) Copper and iron compete for the same transport proteins. 
A) Copper and iron bind together to form insoluble complexes. 
B) Copper depends upon magnesium for transport and iron binds magnesium. 
C) Copper is oxidized to its less absorbable cupric form by iron. 
D) Copper and iron compete for the same transport proteins.

Question 3

Sarah has frequent heartburn, so she regularly takes antacids To lessen her risk of developing a(n) _____ deficiency she could add _____ to her diet

Accepted Answer

A) selenium, vegetable oil 
B) zinc, nuts 
C) iodine, organ meats 
D) copper, legumes 
A) selenium, vegetable oil 
B) zinc, nuts 
C) iodine, organ meats 
D) copper, legumes

Question 4

If Sue, age 22 and not pregnant, attempted to meet her RDA for iron by eating 3-ounce hamburgers, how many would she have to eat each day?

Accepted Answer

A) 2 
B) 4 
C) 6 
D) 8 
A) 2 
B) 4 
C) 6 
D) 8

Question 5

Because of the extent of iron deficiency in the US, some legislators want to pass a bill requiring that more foods like fruit juices and most snacks are iron fortified As the dietitian called as an expert witness, what position will you take based upon nutrition science?

Accepted Answer

A) Support the legislation because iron deficiency is widespread and the body excretes excess iron in the urine. 
B) Oppose the legislation because fatal iron toxicity could occur since adult males lose very little iron once it has been absorbed. 
C) Support the legislation because iron deficiency is widespread and the body excretes excess iron in the feces. 
D) Oppose the legislation because fatal iron toxicity could occur in breast-fed infants. 
A) Support the legislation because iron deficiency is widespread and the body excretes excess iron in the urine. 
B) Oppose the legislation because fatal iron toxicity could occur since adult males lose very little iron once it has been absorbed. 
C) Support the legislation because iron deficiency is widespread and the body excretes excess iron in the feces. 
D) Oppose the legislation because fatal iron toxicity could occur in breast-fed infants.

Question 6

What dietary and genetic factors can affect zinc's bioavailability?

Accepted Answer

-Dietary factors: Bioavailability of zin

Question 7

Anemia caused by iron deficiency is characterized by small, pale red blood cells

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Fortification of salt with copper led to the eradiation of goiter in the US

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Chromium's bioavailability is increased by ______ and decreased by _____

Accepted Answer

A) vitamin A, aspirin 
B) vitamin C, antacids 
C) vitamin D, iron 
D) iron, vitamin E 
A) vitamin A, aspirin 
B) vitamin C, antacids 
C) vitamin D, iron 
D) iron, vitamin E

A severe deficiency of which trace mineral results in scaly skin, poor bone formation, and growth faltering?

Why does a diet high in iron decrease the absorption of copper?

Sarah has frequent heartburn, so she regularly takes antacids To lessen her risk of developing a(n) _ deficiency she could add _ to her diet

If Sue, age 22 and not pregnant, attempted to meet her RDA for iron by eating 3-ounce hamburgers, how many would she have to eat each day?

Because of the extent of iron deficiency in the US, some legislators want to pass a bill requiring that more foods like fruit juices and most snacks are iron fortified As the dietitian called as an expert witness, what position will you take based upon nutrition science?

What dietary and genetic factors can affect zinc's bioavailability?

Anemia caused by iron deficiency is characterized by small, pale red blood cells

Fortification of salt with copper led to the eradiation of goiter in the US

Chromium's bioavailability is increased by __ and decreased by _

The Science of Nutrition

Nutritional Assessment and Dietary Planning

Chemical, Biological, and Physiological Aspects of Nutrition

Carbohydrates

Protein

Lipids

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Weight Regulation

Physical Activity and Health

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Fat-Soluble Vitamins

The Major Minerals and Water

Life Cycle Nutrition

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Exam 13: The Trace Minerals

A severe deficiency of which trace mineral results in scaly skin, poor bone formation, and growth faltering?

Why does a diet high in iron decrease the absorption of copper?

Sarah has frequent heartburn, so she regularly takes antacids To lessen her risk of developing a(n) _____ deficiency she could add _____ to her diet

If Sue, age 22 and not pregnant, attempted to meet her RDA for iron by eating 3-ounce hamburgers, how many would she have to eat each day?

Because of the extent of iron deficiency in the US, some legislators want to pass a bill requiring that more foods like fruit juices and most snacks are iron fortified As the dietitian called as an expert witness, what position will you take based upon nutrition science?

What dietary and genetic factors can affect zinc's bioavailability?

Anemia caused by iron deficiency is characterized by small, pale red blood cells

Fortification of salt with copper led to the eradiation of goiter in the US

Chromium's bioavailability is increased by ______ and decreased by _____

The Science of Nutrition

Nutritional Assessment and Dietary Planning

Chemical, Biological, and Physiological Aspects of Nutrition

Carbohydrates

Protein

Lipids

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Weight Regulation

Physical Activity and Health

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Fat-Soluble Vitamins

The Major Minerals and Water

Life Cycle Nutrition

Filters

Sarah has frequent heartburn, so she regularly takes antacids To lessen her risk of developing a(n) _ deficiency she could add _ to her diet

Chromium's bioavailability is increased by __ and decreased by _