Exam 9: Water and Minerals

Muscle pain, wasting, and heart damage result from a deficiency of

Worldwide, the most prevalent nutrient deficiency is of

Which of the following is an example of a trace mineral?

The movement of water across a semipermeable membrane (e.g., the cell membrane) is known as

Of the following foods, iron is best absorbed from

Which of the following individuals would benefit most from choosing a sports drink instead of water?

People who eat large amounts of seaweed can consume toxic levels of which trace mineral?

Which of the following nondairy milk beverages has the highest protein content?

Which of the following population groups is at high risk for low blood potassium?

Interstitial fluid, lymph, gastrointestinal fluid, spinal fluid, plasma, and synovial fluid are part of ________ fluid.

Joe is a wrestler, and during his workouts, he loses 2 pounds. How much water would he have to drink to replenish this water weight loss?

________ is important for blood health because it is a component of several iron-transport proteins.

________ is important in the synthesis of thyroid hormone. A lack of it will lead to a goiter.

________ 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.

During the first stage of iron deficiency,

When starting a reduced-salt diet, how long will it take before you can sense salt at a lower taste threshold?

About 95% of Americans exceed the Upper Level for

Manganese is important for

Which of the following is a good chromium source?

For a healthy adult, the largest percentage of daily water output is attributed to