CH. 12 & 13: Major & Trace Minerals

Which of the following is a characteristic of zinc deficiency?

Delayed Growth and Maturation in Children

Which of the following does NOT affect the absorption of iron?

Environmental Temperature

Along with calcium and vitamin D, ________ is necessary for increasing bone density and reducing osteoporosis.

Flouride

Which of the following would be the best source of iron?

Hamburger

All of the following statements regarding iron are true EXCEPT:

The adult RDA for iron is higher for men than for women

Both a deficiency and toxicity of iodine can cause thyroid dysfunction.

True

In women, bone loss accelerates after menopause.

True

Which statement correctly describes the relationship between vitamin C and minerals?

Vitamin C enhances the absorption of Iron

Which of the following increases the absorption of calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium?

Vitamin D

All of the following are trace minerals EXCEPT

magnesium

Functions of trace minerals include all of the following EXCEPT

providing energy

The goal of the DASH diet is to

reduce hypertension (high blood pressure)

All of the following are correct about the major minerals EXCEPT

trace minerals are just as important as major minerals

About half of the iron in an average American diet comes from enriched grain products and cereals (largely because it is one of the standard enrichment nutrients).

true

All of the following are correct about phosphorus EXCEPT

it is the most common mineral in the body.