Question 1

Which of the following nutrients is a trace mineral?

Accepted Answer

A) Sulfur 
B) Calcium 
C) Copper 
D) Magnesium 
A) Sulfur 
B) Calcium 
C) Copper 
D) Magnesium

Question 2

Lydia's diet lacks _____,which is classified as a trace mineral.

Accepted Answer

A) potassium 
B) phosphorus 
C) calcium 
D) iodine 
A) potassium 
B) phosphorus 
C) calcium 
D) iodine

Question 3

For the past 4 years,23-year-old Maggie has been losing a lot of blood during her menstrual periods.Based on this information,which of the following conditions is she most likely to develop?

Accepted Answer

A) Iron deficiency 
B) Pellagra 
C) Hemochromatosis 
D) Osteoporosis 
A) Iron deficiency 
B) Pellagra 
C) Hemochromatosis 
D) Osteoporosis

Question 4

Check any accurate information related to selenium.
____Selenoproteins require selenium to function and serve as antioxidants.
_____Selenium is a major mineral.
____Selenium is important for DNA synthesis.
____Selenium is important for reproduction.

Accepted Answer

Check any accurate information related t

Question 5

Christine loves to eat Brazil nuts and canned oysters.These food items are rich sources of _____.

Accepted Answer

A) vitamin C 
B) magnesium 
C) selenium 
D) folate 
A) vitamin C 
B) magnesium 
C) selenium 
D) folate

Question 6

Which of the following foods is a good source of iron?

Accepted Answer

A) Fat-free yogurt 
B) Milk 
C) Soybeans 
D) Raw kale 
A) Fat-free yogurt 
B) Milk 
C) Soybeans 
D) Raw kale

Question 7

Which of the following foods is low in fluoride?

Accepted Answer

A) Brewed black tea 
B) White grape juice 
C) Brewed coffee 
D) Light beer 
A) Brewed black tea 
B) White grape juice 
C) Brewed coffee 
D) Light beer

Question 8

Which of the following nutrients is a trace mineral?

Accepted Answer

A) Potassium 
B) Zinc 
C) Calcium 
D) Phosphorus 
A) Potassium 
B) Zinc 
C) Calcium 
D) Phosphorus

Question 9

Which of the following foods is the richest source of zinc?

Accepted Answer

A) Roasted sunflower seed kernels 
B) Cooked Soybeans 
C) Fried Oysters 
D) Pecans 
A) Roasted sunflower seed kernels 
B) Cooked Soybeans 
C) Fried Oysters 
D) Pecans

Question 10

Scientists are uncertain whether ____ is an essential mineral for humans.

Accepted Answer

A) magnesium 
B) vanadium 
C) chromium 
D) potassium 
A) magnesium 
B) vanadium 
C) chromium 
D) potassium

Question 11

Chromium deficiency can lead to impaired glucose tolerance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Angela is a 20-year-old college student.In addition to having a history of dental decay,she seems to break bones easily.Based on this information,Angela may need to increase her intake of _____.

Accepted Answer

A) fluoride 
B) copper 
C) iodine 
D) vanadium 
A) fluoride 
B) copper 
C) iodine 
D) vanadium

Question 13

Emma consumes dairy products,but she does not eat meat,fish,eggs or poultry.She eats some vegetables and fruits,but she avoids beans,breads,and cereal products.Based on this information,her diet lacks adequate _____.

Accepted Answer

A) magnesium 
B) iron 
C) calcium 
D) potassium 
A) magnesium 
B) iron 
C) calcium 
D) potassium

Question 14

The introduction of iodized salt in the 1920s dramatically reduced rates of _____ in the United States.

Accepted Answer

A) hypogonadism 
B) goiter 
C) pellagra 
D) anemia 
A) hypogonadism 
B) goiter 
C) pellagra 
D) anemia

Question 15

According to the 2015-2020 version of the Dietary Guidelines,which of the following minerals is a nutrient of public health concern for pregnant females?

Accepted Answer

A) Selenium 
B) Nickel 
C) Iron 
D) Silicon 
A) Selenium 
B) Nickel 
C) Iron 
D) Silicon

Question 16

Because of their low body weights,infants and children are at a greater risk of health consequences due to arsenic intake than adults.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following nutrients is a not a trace mineral?

Accepted Answer

A) Potassium 
B) Iron 
C) Zinc 
D) Iodine 
A) Potassium 
B) Iron 
C) Zinc 
D) Iodine

Question 18

Sylvia has hemochromatosis.Which of the following conditions is a common sign or symptom of this disorder?

Accepted Answer

A) Iron-deficiency anemia 
B) "Bronze" skin 
C) Megaloblastic anemia 
D) Blocked bile ducts 
A) Iron-deficiency anemia 
B) "Bronze" skin 
C) Megaloblastic anemia 
D) Blocked bile ducts

Question 19

Derek's diet contains high amounts of _____,which is classified as a trace mineral.

Accepted Answer

A) chloride 
B) calcium 
C) potassium 
D) selenium 
A) chloride 
B) calcium 
C) potassium 
D) selenium

Question 20

Which of the following minerals is associated with a reduced risk of dental caries?

Accepted Answer

A) Arsenic 
B) Fluoride 
C) Selenium 
D) Iodine 
A) Arsenic 
B) Fluoride 
C) Selenium 
D) Iodine

Which of the following nutrients is a trace mineral?

Lydia's diet lacks _____,which is classified as a trace mineral.

For the past 4 years,23-year-old Maggie has been losing a lot of blood during her menstrual periods.Based on this information,which of the following conditions is she most likely to develop?

Check any accurate information related to selenium. __Selenoproteins require selenium to function and serve as antioxidants. _Selenium is a major mineral. Selenium is important for DNA synthesis. __Selenium is important for reproduction.

Christine loves to eat Brazil nuts and canned oysters.These food items are rich sources of _____.

Which of the following foods is a good source of iron?

Which of the following foods is low in fluoride?

Which of the following nutrients is a trace mineral?

Which of the following foods is the richest source of zinc?

Scientists are uncertain whether ____ is an essential mineral for humans.

Chromium deficiency can lead to impaired glucose tolerance.

Angela is a 20-year-old college student.In addition to having a history of dental decay,she seems to break bones easily.Based on this information,Angela may need to increase her intake of _____.

Emma consumes dairy products,but she does not eat meat,fish,eggs or poultry.She eats some vegetables and fruits,but she avoids beans,breads,and cereal products.Based on this information,her diet lacks adequate _____.

The introduction of iodized salt in the 1920s dramatically reduced rates of _____ in the United States.

According to the 2015-2020 version of the Dietary Guidelines,which of the following minerals is a nutrient of public health concern for pregnant females?

Because of their low body weights,infants and children are at a greater risk of health consequences due to arsenic intake than adults.

Which of the following nutrients is a not a trace mineral?

Sylvia has hemochromatosis.Which of the following conditions is a common sign or symptom of this disorder?

Derek's diet contains high amounts of _____,which is classified as a trace mineral.

Which of the following minerals is associated with a reduced risk of dental caries?

Introduction to Nutrition

Evaluating Nutrition Information

Basis of a Healthy Diet

Human Digestion, Absorption, and Transport

Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fiber

The Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and Sterols

Proteins: Amino Acids

Metabolism

Vitamin Overview and Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Obesity, energy Balance, and Weight Management

Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating

Nutrition for Fitness and Sport

Pregnancy and Lactation

Infants, Children, and Adolescents

Nutrition for Older Adults

Food and Water Safety

Global Nutrition

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Exam 12: Trace Minerals

Which of the following nutrients is a trace mineral?

Lydia's diet lacks _____,which is classified as a trace mineral.

For the past 4 years,23-year-old Maggie has been losing a lot of blood during her menstrual periods.Based on this information,which of the following conditions is she most likely to develop?

Check any accurate information related to selenium. ____Selenoproteins require selenium to function and serve as antioxidants. _____Selenium is a major mineral. ____Selenium is important for DNA synthesis. ____Selenium is important for reproduction.

Christine loves to eat Brazil nuts and canned oysters.These food items are rich sources of _____.

Which of the following foods is a good source of iron?

Which of the following foods is low in fluoride?

Which of the following nutrients is a trace mineral?

Which of the following foods is the richest source of zinc?

Scientists are uncertain whether ____ is an essential mineral for humans.

Chromium deficiency can lead to impaired glucose tolerance.

Angela is a 20-year-old college student.In addition to having a history of dental decay,she seems to break bones easily.Based on this information,Angela may need to increase her intake of _____.

Emma consumes dairy products,but she does not eat meat,fish,eggs or poultry.She eats some vegetables and fruits,but she avoids beans,breads,and cereal products.Based on this information,her diet lacks adequate _____.

The introduction of iodized salt in the 1920s dramatically reduced rates of _____ in the United States.

According to the 2015-2020 version of the Dietary Guidelines,which of the following minerals is a nutrient of public health concern for pregnant females?

Because of their low body weights,infants and children are at a greater risk of health consequences due to arsenic intake than adults.

Which of the following nutrients is a not a trace mineral?

Sylvia has hemochromatosis.Which of the following conditions is a common sign or symptom of this disorder?

Derek's diet contains high amounts of _____,which is classified as a trace mineral.

Which of the following minerals is associated with a reduced risk of dental caries?

Introduction to Nutrition

Evaluating Nutrition Information

Basis of a Healthy Diet

Human Digestion, Absorption, and Transport

Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fiber

The Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and Sterols

Proteins: Amino Acids

Metabolism

Vitamin Overview and Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Obesity, energy Balance, and Weight Management

Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating

Nutrition for Fitness and Sport

Pregnancy and Lactation

Infants, Children, and Adolescents

Nutrition for Older Adults

Food and Water Safety

Global Nutrition

Filters

Check any accurate information related to selenium. __Selenoproteins require selenium to function and serve as antioxidants. _Selenium is a major mineral. Selenium is important for DNA synthesis. __Selenium is important for reproduction.