Question 1

What are good dietary sources of calcium? Phosphorus? Magnesium?

Accepted Answer

Calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium are e

Question 2

Which statement about vitamin D is correct?

Accepted Answer

A) It promotes active transport of calcium across the intestine. 
B) It is required for the passive transport of calcium across the intestine. 
C) Vitamin D is most necessary when calcium intake is high. 
D) Adequate consumption increases the absorption of calcium to 50%. 
A) It promotes active transport of calcium across the intestine. 
B) It is required for the passive transport of calcium across the intestine. 
C) Vitamin D is most necessary when calcium intake is high. 
D) Adequate consumption increases the absorption of calcium to 50%.

Question 3

The most abundant mineral in the body is:

Accepted Answer

A) calcium. 
B) sodium. 
C) potassium. 
D) magnesium. 
A) calcium. 
B) sodium. 
C) potassium. 
D) magnesium.

Question 4

All of the following decrease the risk of osteoporosis EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A) weight bearing exercise. 
B) low body weight. 
C) increased muscle mass. 
D) high body weight and fat. 
A) weight bearing exercise. 
B) low body weight. 
C) increased muscle mass. 
D) high body weight and fat.

Question 5

In the body,sulfur plays an important part in the structure of:

Accepted Answer

A) adipose tissue. 
B) bones and teeth. 
C) enzymes. 
D) some amino acids and vitamins. 
A) adipose tissue. 
B) bones and teeth. 
C) enzymes. 
D) some amino acids and vitamins.

Question 6

The hard compact layer found on the surface of bones is called __________ bone.

Accepted Answer

A) cortical 
B) enameled 
C) extrinsic 
D) trabecular 
A) cortical 
B) enameled 
C) extrinsic 
D) trabecular

Question 7

Postmenopausal bone loss is primarily associated with decreased levels of the hormone:

Accepted Answer

A) aldosterone. 
B) estrogen. 
C) progesterone. 
D) secretin. 
A) aldosterone. 
B) estrogen. 
C) progesterone. 
D) secretin.

Question 8

Which statement concerning magnesium deficiency is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) Deficiency is common in the general population. 
B) Symptoms include changes in heartbeat and blood pressure. 
C) It can be caused by diuretics. 
D) All of these statements are false. 
A) Deficiency is common in the general population. 
B) Symptoms include changes in heartbeat and blood pressure. 
C) It can be caused by diuretics. 
D) All of these statements are false.

Question 9

Significant loss of bone mass and increased risk of fractures associated with aging is termed:

Accepted Answer

A) osteopenia. 
B) osteomalacia. 
C) osteoporosis. 
D) osteopropensia. 
A) osteopenia. 
B) osteomalacia. 
C) osteoporosis. 
D) osteopropensia.

Question 10

The following minerals all compete with each other for absorption EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A) calcium. 
B) sodium. 
C) copper. 
D) zinc. 
A) calcium. 
B) sodium. 
C) copper. 
D) zinc.

Question 11

Which statement about tetany is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) It occurs when the extracellular calcium concentration is too low. 
B) Tetany causes muscles to contract. 
C) It can cause death. 
D) Tetany is caused by a dietary calcium deficiency. 
A) It occurs when the extracellular calcium concentration is too low. 
B) Tetany causes muscles to contract. 
C) It can cause death. 
D) Tetany is caused by a dietary calcium deficiency.

Question 12

What are lifestyle factors that affect bone mass?

Accepted Answer

Lifestyle factors play a significant rol

Question 13

How do parathyroid hormone and calcitonin maintain blood calcium levels?

Accepted Answer

Parathyroid hormone (PTH) and calcitonin

Question 14

Which food group provides the largest variety of minerals?

Accepted Answer

A) Vegetables 
B) Fruits 
C) Dairy 
D) Meat and beans 
A) Vegetables 
B) Fruits 
C) Dairy 
D) Meat and beans

Question 15

Explain the process of bone remodeling.

Accepted Answer

Bone remodeling is a continuous process

Question 16

Two hormones regulate blood calcium levels; ________ raises blood calcium and __________ lowers blood calcium levels.

Accepted Answer

A) calcitonin; aldosterone 
B) calcitonin; parathyroid hormone 
C) parathyroid hormone; calcitonin 
D) thyroid stimulating hormone; calcitonin 
A) calcitonin; aldosterone 
B) calcitonin; parathyroid hormone 
C) parathyroid hormone; calcitonin 
D) thyroid stimulating hormone; calcitonin

Question 17

How is sulfur different from the other major minerals? Why is there no recommended intake?

Accepted Answer

Sulfur is different from the other major

Question 18

How do phytates,tannins and oxalates affect the absorption of minerals?

Accepted Answer

Phytates, tannins, and oxalates are natu

Question 19

Which statement about the processing of foods is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Processing destroys minerals. 
B) The processing of grains causes the loss of magnesium,selenium and zinc. 
C) Sodium is typically absent in processed foods. 
D) Potassium is often added during food processing. 
A) Processing destroys minerals. 
B) The processing of grains causes the loss of magnesium,selenium and zinc. 
C) Sodium is typically absent in processed foods. 
D) Potassium is often added during food processing.

Question 20

Which mineral is found in varying amounts in food depending on where it is grown?

Accepted Answer

A) Calcium 
B) Iodine 
C) Magnesium 
D) Pyridoxine 
A) Calcium 
B) Iodine 
C) Magnesium 
D) Pyridoxine

Exam 11: Major Minerals and Bone Health

What are good dietary sources of calcium? Phosphorus? Magnesium?

Which statement about vitamin D is correct?

The most abundant mineral in the body is:

All of the following decrease the risk of osteoporosis EXCEPT:

In the body,sulfur plays an important part in the structure of:

The hard compact layer found on the surface of bones is called __________ bone.

Postmenopausal bone loss is primarily associated with decreased levels of the hormone:

Which statement concerning magnesium deficiency is FALSE?

Significant loss of bone mass and increased risk of fractures associated with aging is termed:

The following minerals all compete with each other for absorption EXCEPT:

Which statement about tetany is FALSE?

What are lifestyle factors that affect bone mass?

How do parathyroid hormone and calcitonin maintain blood calcium levels?

Which food group provides the largest variety of minerals?

Explain the process of bone remodeling.

Two hormones regulate blood calcium levels; ________ raises blood calcium and __________ lowers blood calcium levels.

How is sulfur different from the other major minerals? Why is there no recommended intake?

How do phytates,tannins and oxalates affect the absorption of minerals?

Which statement about the processing of foods is true?

Which mineral is found in varying amounts in food depending on where it is grown?

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Nutrition Guidelines: Applying the Science of Nutrition

Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism

Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fiber

Lipids: Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Cholesterol

Proteins and Amino Acids

Energy Balance and Weight Management

The Water-Soluble Vitamins

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water and the Electrolytes

The Trace Minerals

Nutrition and Physical Activity

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Lactation

Nutrition From Infancy to Adolescence

Nutrition and Aging: The Adult Years

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