Question 1

What occurs when a cofactor binds to an enzyme?

Accepted Answer

A)  The enzyme is activated. 
B)  The enzyme is no longer able to function. 
C)  Minerals can more easily bind to the enzyme. 
D)  The enzyme can cross the cell membrane for transport. 
A)  The enzyme is activated. 
B)  The enzyme is no longer able to function. 
C)  Minerals can more easily bind to the enzyme. 
D)  The enzyme can cross the cell membrane for transport.

Question 2

Outward symptoms of hypertension include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Flushed face 
B)  Migraine headache 
C)  Impaired vision 
D)  There are no outward symptoms. 
A)  Flushed face 
B)  Migraine headache 
C)  Impaired vision 
D)  There are no outward symptoms.

Question 3

The terms "distilled water" and "purified water" are examples of water that come from underground sources rather than from municipal sources.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

When a nerve cell is stimulated, the cell membrane becomes ______ permeable to _______.

Accepted Answer

A)  more, chloride 
B)  less, chloride 
C)  more, sodium 
D)  less, sodium 
A)  more, chloride 
B)  less, chloride 
C)  more, sodium 
D)  less, sodium

Question 5

Vegetarians have a separate RDA for iron due to their limited consumption of non heme iron.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Postmenopausal bone loss occurs in women for about _____ after the menstrual cycle stops.

Accepted Answer

A)  3 months 
B)  6 months 
C)  1 year 
D)  5 years 
A)  3 months 
B)  6 months 
C)  1 year 
D)  5 years

Question 7

All of the following minerals are needed for the functioning of antioxidant enzymes EXCEPT for

Accepted Answer

A)  copper 
B)  phosphorus 
C)  sulfur 
D)  zinc 
A)  copper 
B)  phosphorus 
C)  sulfur 
D)  zinc

Question 8

Zinc is the most abundant intracellular trace mineral.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

When blood calcium levels are low, parathyroid hormone will

Accepted Answer

A)  increase. 
B)  not change. 
C)  decrease. 
A)  increase. 
B)  not change. 
C)  decrease.

Question 10

Too much water is a problem for the human body because it can change the osmotic balance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

When the hormone calcitonin is activated, blood calcium levels will

Accepted Answer

A)  increase. 
B)  not change. 
C)  decrease. 
A)  increase. 
B)  not change. 
C)  decrease.

Question 12

Which of the following is FALSE about hypertension?

Accepted Answer

A)  Dietary intake of sodium, but not magnesium or calcium, affects blood pressure. 
B)  It is more common in African Americans than non-Hispanic whites. 
C)  Risk for developing hypertension increases as you age. 
D)  Regular exercise can delay the onset of hypertension. 
A)  Dietary intake of sodium, but not magnesium or calcium, affects blood pressure. 
B)  It is more common in African Americans than non-Hispanic whites. 
C)  Risk for developing hypertension increases as you age. 
D)  Regular exercise can delay the onset of hypertension.

Question 13

Dehydration occurs when water loss exceeds water intake.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

If you cut back on your salt intake, you will find that your taste buds become more sensitive to the presence of salt, and foods taste saltier.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Based on this visual, which of the following statements is false?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fruits are poor sources of calcium. 
B)  Grains are good sources of calcium. 
C)  Tofu is higher in calcium than sunflower seeds. 
D)  Yogurt is higher in calcium than 1% milk and cheddar cheese. 
A)  Fruits are poor sources of calcium. 
B)  Grains are good sources of calcium. 
C)  Tofu is higher in calcium than sunflower seeds. 
D)  Yogurt is higher in calcium than 1% milk and cheddar cheese.

Question 16

Water intoxication is a condition that occurs when a person drinks enough water to significantly lower the concentration of ____ in the blood.

Accepted Answer

A)  chlorine 
B)  glucose 
C)  sodium 
D)  protein 
A)  chlorine 
B)  glucose 
C)  sodium 
D)  protein

Question 17

The bioavailability of iron varies based on the need for iron in the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Dried fruits are good sources of which of the following minerals?

Accepted Answer

A)  Calcium and zinc 
B)  Fructose and iron 
C)  Iron and potassium 
D)  Potassium and zinc 
A)  Calcium and zinc 
B)  Fructose and iron 
C)  Iron and potassium 
D)  Potassium and zinc

Question 19

Which list below best reflects the minerals that keep blood healthy and immune function strong?

Accepted Answer

A)  Iron, copper, and magnesium 
B)  Iron, copper, calcium, zinc, selenium, and magnesium 
C)  Iron, calcium, phosphorus, fluoride, and magnesium 
D)  none of these choices 
A)  Iron, copper, and magnesium 
B)  Iron, copper, calcium, zinc, selenium, and magnesium 
C)  Iron, calcium, phosphorus, fluoride, and magnesium 
D)  none of these choices

Question 20

Most of the minerals have only one primary function in the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

What occurs when a cofactor binds to an enzyme?

Outward symptoms of hypertension include which of the following?

The terms "distilled water" and "purified water" are examples of water that come from underground sources rather than from municipal sources.

When a nerve cell is stimulated, the cell membrane becomes permeable to _.

Vegetarians have a separate RDA for iron due to their limited consumption of non heme iron.

Postmenopausal bone loss occurs in women for about _____ after the menstrual cycle stops.

All of the following minerals are needed for the functioning of antioxidant enzymes EXCEPT for

Zinc is the most abundant intracellular trace mineral.

When blood calcium levels are low, parathyroid hormone will

Too much water is a problem for the human body because it can change the osmotic balance.

When the hormone calcitonin is activated, blood calcium levels will

Which of the following is FALSE about hypertension?

Dehydration occurs when water loss exceeds water intake.

If you cut back on your salt intake, you will find that your taste buds become more sensitive to the presence of salt, and foods taste saltier.

Based on this visual, which of the following statements is false?

Water intoxication is a condition that occurs when a person drinks enough water to significantly lower the concentration of ____ in the blood.

The bioavailability of iron varies based on the need for iron in the body.

Dried fruits are good sources of which of the following minerals?

Which list below best reflects the minerals that keep blood healthy and immune function strong?

Most of the minerals have only one primary function in the body.

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Digestion: From Meals to Molecules

Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fibers

Lipids: Fats, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Proteins and Amino Acids

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Energy Balance and Weight Management

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Nutrition During Pregnancy and Infancy

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Exam 8: Water and Minerals

What occurs when a cofactor binds to an enzyme?

Outward symptoms of hypertension include which of the following?

The terms "distilled water" and "purified water" are examples of water that come from underground sources rather than from municipal sources.

When a nerve cell is stimulated, the cell membrane becomes ______ permeable to _______.

Vegetarians have a separate RDA for iron due to their limited consumption of non heme iron.

Postmenopausal bone loss occurs in women for about _____ after the menstrual cycle stops.

All of the following minerals are needed for the functioning of antioxidant enzymes EXCEPT for

Zinc is the most abundant intracellular trace mineral.

When blood calcium levels are low, parathyroid hormone will

Too much water is a problem for the human body because it can change the osmotic balance.

When the hormone calcitonin is activated, blood calcium levels will

Which of the following is FALSE about hypertension?

Dehydration occurs when water loss exceeds water intake.

If you cut back on your salt intake, you will find that your taste buds become more sensitive to the presence of salt, and foods taste saltier.

Based on this visual, which of the following statements is false?

Water intoxication is a condition that occurs when a person drinks enough water to significantly lower the concentration of ____ in the blood.

The bioavailability of iron varies based on the need for iron in the body.

Dried fruits are good sources of which of the following minerals?

Which list below best reflects the minerals that keep blood healthy and immune function strong?

Most of the minerals have only one primary function in the body.

Nutrition: Everyday Choices

Guidelines for a Healthy Diet

Digestion: From Meals to Molecules

Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fibers

Lipids: Fats, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Proteins and Amino Acids

Vitamins

Energy Balance and Weight Management

Nutrition, Fitness, and Physical Activity

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Infancy

Nutrition From 1 to 100

How Safe Is Our Food Supply

Feeding the World

Filters

When a nerve cell is stimulated, the cell membrane becomes permeable to _.