Question 1

Electroencephalograms record electrical activity in the heart.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Which food contains the most iron?

Accepted Answer

A) chicken (3 oz) 
B) rye bread (1 slice) 
C) fish (3 oz) 
D) prune juice (1 cup) 
E) peas (½ cup) 
A) chicken (3 oz) 
B) rye bread (1 slice) 
C) fish (3 oz) 
D) prune juice (1 cup) 
E) peas (½ cup)

Question 3

Men are at higher risk of developing osteoporosis than women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The ingestion of seawater decreases the need for water.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The RDA for calcium is set at _____ mg per day for adults aged 19 to 50.

Accepted Answer

A) 1,000 
B) 1,200 
C) 1,400 
D) 1,600 
E) 1,800 
A) 1,000 
B) 1,200 
C) 1,400 
D) 1,600 
E) 1,800

Question 6

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​prehypertension

Accepted Answer

A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults 
A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults

Question 7

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​remodeling

Accepted Answer

A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults 
A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults

Question 8

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​myoglobin

Accepted Answer

A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults 
A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults

Question 9

The leading source of sodium in the U.S.diet is _____.

Accepted Answer

A) salt added at the table 
B) processed foods 
C) salt added during food preparation 
D) meats 
E) milk products 
A) salt added at the table 
B) processed foods 
C) salt added during food preparation 
D) meats 
E) milk products

Question 10

Water balance and cell functions are upset when there is an imbalance in the body's supplies of _____.

Accepted Answer

A) sodium and potassium 
B) copper and chromium 
C) magnesium and zinc 
D) iodine and selenium 
E) chloride and fluoride 
A) sodium and potassium 
B) copper and chromium 
C) magnesium and zinc 
D) iodine and selenium 
E) chloride and fluoride

Question 11

Bones continue to increase in width and mineral content even after adolescence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Blood pressure levels less than _____ mm Hg are considered normal.

Accepted Answer

A) 80/60 
B) 100/70 
C) 120/80 
D) 140/90 
E) 160/100 
A) 80/60 
B) 100/70 
C) 120/80 
D) 140/90 
E) 160/100

Question 13

Vitamin D is required for the absorption of calcium and the incorporation of calcium into bones.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​iron deficiency

Accepted Answer

A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults 
A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults

Question 15

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​water balance

Accepted Answer

A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults 
A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults

Question 16

A risk factor for hypertension is _____.

Accepted Answer

A) deficient vitamin D status 
B) menopause 
C) physical inactivity 
D) exposure to environmental toxins 
E) depression 
A) deficient vitamin D status 
B) menopause 
C) physical inactivity 
D) exposure to environmental toxins 
E) depression

Question 17

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​minerals

Accepted Answer

A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults 
A) specific,single atoms that perform particular functions in the body 
B) individual minerals required for the activity of certain proteins 
C) breakdown and buildup of bone tissue 
D) condition characterized by porous bones due to mineral loss 
E) iron-containing protein in red blood cells
F)an inherited tendency to absorb too much iron
G)disorder that results from a depletion of iron stores in the body
H)in adults,typical blood pressure levels of 120/80 mm Hg through 139/89 mm Hg
I)iron-containing protein in muscle cells
J)condition that results when the content of hemoglobin in red blood cells is reduced due to a lack of iron
K)high blood pressure of no known cause
L)genetically influenced condition in which a person's blood pressure rises when high amounts of salt or sodium are consumed
M)ratio of the amount of water outside cells to the amount inside cells
N)high blood pressure
O)rickets in adults

Question 18

Iron deficiency generally affects _____.

Accepted Answer

A) pregnant women 
B) adolescents 
C) adults between the ages of 20 and 30 
D) adults over the age of 50 
E) men 
A) pregnant women 
B) adolescents 
C) adults between the ages of 20 and 30 
D) adults over the age of 50 
E) men

Question 19

Minerals consist of a single atom and carry a charge.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Manganese is not an essential mineral.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 23: Good Things to Know About Minerals

Electroencephalograms record electrical activity in the heart.

Which food contains the most iron?

Men are at higher risk of developing osteoporosis than women.

The ingestion of seawater decreases the need for water.

The RDA for calcium is set at _____ mg per day for adults aged 19 to 50.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​prehypertension

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​remodeling

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​myoglobin

The leading source of sodium in the U.S.diet is _____.

Water balance and cell functions are upset when there is an imbalance in the body's supplies of _____.

Bones continue to increase in width and mineral content even after adolescence.

Blood pressure levels less than _____ mm Hg are considered normal.

Vitamin D is required for the absorption of calcium and the incorporation of calcium into bones.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​iron deficiency

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​water balance

A risk factor for hypertension is _____.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​minerals

Iron deficiency generally affects _____.

Minerals consist of a single atom and carry a charge.​

Manganese is not an essential mineral.

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Match each term with the appropriate definition. -minerals

Minerals consist of a single atom and carry a charge.