Question 1

Drinking more water than normally needed will help prevent wrinkled skin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Drinking more water than normally needed will help cure chronic fatigue.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

According to the FDA,_____.

Accepted Answer

A) plastic containers should not be used due to high levels of BPA in foods 
B) consumers should look for products with a BPA free logo 
C) current levels of BPA in foods due to plastic containers is safe 
D) exposure to BPA increases the risk of cancer development 
E) ​BPS is safer than BPA 
A) plastic containers should not be used due to high levels of BPA in foods 
B) consumers should look for products with a BPA free logo 
C) current levels of BPA in foods due to plastic containers is safe 
D) exposure to BPA increases the risk of cancer development 
E) ​BPS is safer than BPA

Question 4

The body's primary "thirst center" in the brain is the _____.

Accepted Answer

A) thalamus 
B) cerebellum 
C) medulla oblongata 
D) hypothalamus 
E) ​pons 
A) thalamus 
B) cerebellum 
C) medulla oblongata 
D) hypothalamus 
E) ​pons

Question 5

Most of the water consumed in the United States is tap water.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Symptoms of dehydration include _____.

Accepted Answer

A) decreased heart rate 
B) hypertension 
C) vomiting 
D) increased body temperature 
E) a headache 
A) decreased heart rate 
B) hypertension 
C) vomiting 
D) increased body temperature 
E) a headache

Question 7

The demand for water is increasing worldwide.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which agency is responsible for the safety of U.S.public water supplies?

Accepted Answer

A) U.S.Department of Agriculture 
B) Environmental Protection Agency 
C) Food and Drug Administration 
D) U.S.Pharmacopeia 
E) National Institutes of Health 
A) U.S.Department of Agriculture 
B) Environmental Protection Agency 
C) Food and Drug Administration 
D) U.S.Pharmacopeia 
E) National Institutes of Health

Question 9

The recommended daily intake of water for adults is eight cups.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Less than 5% of the total water supply is fresh water.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Muscle is mostly water.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Cody and Casey are friends who enjoy working out together.They enjoy going on hikes,running,and biking.During their last adventure,they traveled to the Rocky Mountains for a two-day hiking trip.During the first day of their journey,Cody made sure to keep drinking water and refuel with healthy snacks throughout the day.Casey,who was less diligent in drinking and refueling,slowed the hiking pace,got a severe muscle cramp in her calf,and felt dizzy shortly before they made it to camp.After a little break,she and Cody were able to make it to camp.That night Cody and Casey ate well and relaxed.After dinner,Cody drank three beers by the campfire before going to sleep.?After a good night's sleep and a healthy breakfast of fruit,peanut butter sandwiches,and coffee,they set out on their second day of hiking.In an attempt to avoid the fatigue and muscle cramps she experienced during day one of the hike,Casey made sure to drink about two cups of water every 10-15 minutes even though she was not thirsty to avoid becoming dehydrated.Cody was confident that he would be able to stay hydrated and fueled based on his success from day one.However,he noticed that he was extremely thirsty early in the hike and had to drink more water than he did on day one.Several hours into the hike,Casey started to feel a headache coming on so she increased her water intake.A short while later she had to stop hiking because she became confused,felt nauseated,and began to vomit.Cody called the park rangers to get her some medical attention.
-What is the recommended daily intake of water for Cody?

Accepted Answer

A) 2.7 liters 
B) 3.7 liters 
C) 4.7 liters 
D) 5.7 liters 
E) ​6.7 liters 
A) 2.7 liters 
B) 3.7 liters 
C) 4.7 liters 
D) 5.7 liters 
E) ​6.7 liters

Question 13

Most bottled water is fluoridated.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Humans can live approximately six days without water.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Cody and Casey are friends who enjoy working out together.They enjoy going on hikes,running,and biking.During their last adventure,they traveled to the Rocky Mountains for a two-day hiking trip.During the first day of their journey,Cody made sure to keep drinking water and refuel with healthy snacks throughout the day.Casey,who was less diligent in drinking and refueling,slowed the hiking pace,got a severe muscle cramp in her calf,and felt dizzy shortly before they made it to camp.After a little break,she and Cody were able to make it to camp.That night Cody and Casey ate well and relaxed.After dinner,Cody drank three beers by the campfire before going to sleep.?After a good night's sleep and a healthy breakfast of fruit,peanut butter sandwiches,and coffee,they set out on their second day of hiking.In an attempt to avoid the fatigue and muscle cramps she experienced during day one of the hike,Casey made sure to drink about two cups of water every 10-15 minutes even though she was not thirsty to avoid becoming dehydrated.Cody was confident that he would be able to stay hydrated and fueled based on his success from day one.However,he noticed that he was extremely thirsty early in the hike and had to drink more water than he did on day one.Several hours into the hike,Casey started to feel a headache coming on so she increased her water intake.A short while later she had to stop hiking because she became confused,felt nauseated,and began to vomit.Cody called the park rangers to get her some medical attention.
-What most likely caused Cody to feel so thirsty the morning of day two?

Accepted Answer

A) He was experiencing water intoxication. 
B) He was dehydrated from drinking alcohol the night before. 
C) He was fatigued from the first day of the hike. 
D) He drank coffee for breakfast. 
E) ​His breakfast had a high-protein content. 
A) He was experiencing water intoxication. 
B) He was dehydrated from drinking alcohol the night before. 
C) He was fatigued from the first day of the hike. 
D) He drank coffee for breakfast. 
E) ​His breakfast had a high-protein content.

Question 16

Which type of body tissue has the lowest water content?

Accepted Answer

A) muscle 
B) blood 
C) fat cells 
D) bone 
E) ​the brain 
A) muscle 
B) blood 
C) fat cells 
D) bone 
E) ​the brain

Question 17

True mineral water is taken from protected underground reservoirs that are lodged between layers of rock.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Evidence suggests that water intake among Americans in general is inadequate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Why is the demand for water increasing worldwide?

Accepted Answer

A) population growth 
B) most people,including Americans,are dehydrated 
C) natural disasters 
D) polar ice is melting 
E) the amount of groundwater is increasing 
A) population growth 
B) most people,including Americans,are dehydrated 
C) natural disasters 
D) polar ice is melting 
E) the amount of groundwater is increasing

Question 20

Symptoms of water intoxication include _____.

Accepted Answer

A) nausea and vomiting 
B) joint pain 
C) kidney failure 
D) blood in the urine 
E) ​severe fatigue 
A) nausea and vomiting 
B) joint pain 
C) kidney failure 
D) blood in the urine 
E) ​severe fatigue

Exam 25: Water Is an Essential Nutrient

Drinking more water than normally needed will help prevent wrinkled skin.

Drinking more water than normally needed will help cure chronic fatigue.

According to the FDA,_____.

The body's primary "thirst center" in the brain is the _____.

Most of the water consumed in the United States is tap water.

Symptoms of dehydration include _____.

The demand for water is increasing worldwide.

Which agency is responsible for the safety of U.S.public water supplies?

The recommended daily intake of water for adults is eight cups.

Less than 5% of the total water supply is fresh water.

Muscle is mostly water.

Most bottled water is fluoridated.

Humans can live approximately six days without water.

Which type of body tissue has the lowest water content?

True mineral water is taken from protected underground reservoirs that are lodged between layers of rock.

Evidence suggests that water intake among Americans in general is inadequate.

Why is the demand for water increasing worldwide?

Symptoms of water intoxication include _____.

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