Nutrition chapter 15

Which of the following represents environmentally sound food packaging? a.Ears of corn packaged in individual plastic packages b.A small piece of delicate electronic equipment in a large box filled with packing peanuts c.Milk in individual cartons d.Labels that state the product is "green" e.Bulk items with minimal packaging

Bulk items with minimal packaging

Which of the following is a main cause of famine in the world today? a.Pest infestation of genetically modified crops, leading to failed growth b.Inadequate land to grow crops on c.An insufficient number of farmers who produce edible crops d.Fighting among warring factions in countries where one faction is in power e.Inadequate aid from international organizations

Fighting among warring factions in countries where one faction is in power

Which of the following methods helps assess the severity of SAM? a.Measuring a child's abdomen b.Measuring the fat content in a child's liver c.Measuring a child's thigh circumference d.Measuring a child's mid-upper-arm circumference e.Measuring a child's bone density

Measuring a child's mid-upper-arm circumference

Identify a distinguishing feature of kwashiorkor. a.Rashes b.Obesity c.Blindness d.Edema e.Spasms

edema

Global warming is a myth as there are no credible sources to prove that the earth's temperature is rising.

false

Many low-income households use Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) debit cards to purchase household items such as detergents and soaps.

false

One disadvantage of aquaculture is that: a.few food crops grow underwater b.enclosures are too costly to build c.it meets only one-fifth of the total demand for fish d.it utilizes excess water e.farmed fish eat chow made from wild-caught fish

farmed fish eat chow made from wild-caught fish

Those facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry are called: a.food banks b.emergency kitchens c.food pantries d.food receptacles e.food recovery centers

food banks

Living in a country that is at war or lacks transportation can lead to: a.food wastage b.food recovery c.marginal food insecurity d.food security e.food poverty

food poverty

The recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) may use the debit transfer cards they are provided to purchase: a.tobacco b.food-bearing plants c.cleaning items d.toiletries e.alcohol

food-bearing plants

The U.S. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program has improved the nutritional status of families by: a.giving eligible families debit cards with which they can purchase foods b.finding jobs for unemployed parents c.providing temporary short-term assistance to adults in need d.giving families bulk surplus foods e.providing cooked meals to families in need

giving eligible families debit cards with which they can purchase foods

Carbon dioxide is an example of a greenhouse gas.

true

Children suffering from severe acute malnutrition may attempt to limit their activity by not crying for food.

true

Famine is an extreme food crisis in which multitudes of people in an area starve and die.

true

In developed countries, hunger results primarily from food poverty.

true

Severe acute malnutrition causes wasting in children.

true

Strong evidence indicates that the recent warming of earth is largely caused by human activities, especially the release of greenhouse gases through the burning of fossil fuels.

true

The practice of alternating crop species allows soil to rest, restores nutrients, and controls pests.

true

Using ENERGY STAR appliances helps save money on utility bills and has a reduced impact on the climate.

true

Which transportation choice is most beneficial for the environment? a.Driving alone several times a week to local stores b.Avoiding carpooling when making bulk food shopping trips c.Using public transportation d.Avoiding shopping trips to the store by ordering food delivery e.Driving with a friend for long distances to visit farmers' markets

use public transportation

As consumers, we can purchase foods that require a low energy input by: a.purchasing more processed foods b.buying grain-fed rather than grass-fed beef c.buying legumes and whole grains d.purchasing more animal than plant proteins e.purchasing frozen corn on the cob rather than fresh corn

buying legumes and whole grains

A farmer is growing wheat on rolling hills that have a variety of soil conditions and moisture. He uses computerized equipment to adjust irrigation and fertilizer application to each specific area. This is an example of: a.integrated pest management b.unsustainable agricultural practice c.precision agriculture d.mixed farming e.organic farming

precision agriculture

Recommendations for conserving and recycling energy include: a.burying plant waste in landfills to protect arable land b.employing high-input agricultural techniques c.purchasing commercial fertilizers for home gardens d.producing biofuels from plants such as native grasses and algae that use less energy to grow e.burying cow manure to remove the excess methane from the air

producing biofuels from plants such as native grasses and algae that use less energy to grow

By choosing "Fair Trade" items, you are: a.saving money b.causing the destruction of natural resources c.eradicating food insecurity d.promoting sustainable business practices e.contributing to the destruction of fisheries

promoting sustainable business practices

In order to be an environmentally conscious shopper, you would: a.stock up on disposable plates and cups b.purchase more plant foods than animal products c.eat fish of any species, large or small d.use plastic bags e.drive to the grocery store three times a week

purchase more plant foods than animal products

Farmers who use genetic engineering to grow pesticide-resistant crops: a.contribute to soil depletion b.waste irrigation water from runoff c.reduce the use of petroleum and energy d.need to frequently till the soil to reduce weed growth e.decrease the nutrient content of foods

reduce the use of petroleum and energy

Your roommate is hungry and wants to know what's for dinner. You have decided to try and reduce your food waste, so you suggest: a.making sandwiches with the bread, spinach, and turkey you bought a few days ago b.going to the store to buy something different from what you had yesterday, for dietary variety c.peeling the potatoes before cooking them d.walking to the grocery store to see what is on discount today e.eating out at a vegetarian restaurant

making sandwiches with the bread, spinach, and turkey you bought a few days ago

Which of the following is an example of greenhouse gases? a.Oxygen b.Helium c.Nitrogen d.Methane e.Carbon monoxide

methane

Students can help reduce hunger in the U.S. by: a.organizing a food drive for a community food pantry b.arguing against policies designed to increase the minimum wage c.eating fewer meals away from home or in the university cafeteria d.eating vegetarian once a week e.leaving leftovers in the park for the homeless Feedback

organizing a food drive for a community food pantry

Which of the following is a major threat to the world food supply? a.Decreased consumption of grains b.Expanding farm lands c.Decreased atmospheric methane d.Population growth e.Increased water supplies

population growth

Tom, a ten-year-old child, is considered short for his age. Which of the following factors is likely to have caused stunting in Tom? a.Consumption of fish grown using aquaculture b.Severe foodborne disease c.Chronic malnutrition d.Lack of exercise in his everyday life e.Iron deficiency

Chronic malnutrition

Which of the following food preparation methods is an eco-friendly option? a.Cutting vegetables using a sharp knife b.Opening canned foods with an automatic can opener c.Beating eggs with an electric mixer d.Preparing a milkshake using an electric blender e.Chopping meats using a food processor

Cutting vegetables using a sharp knife

Which of the following recommendations would contribute to food sustainability? a.Buy grain-fed beef. b.Go vegetarian most days of the week. c.Support large-scale industrial farmers. d.Give up eating fresh fruits. e.Reduce genetic diversity in food animals.

Go vegetarian most days of the week.

Which of the following is true of oral rehydration therapy (ORT)? a.It involves providing malnourished children with a soft-textured paste that needs to be mixed with water before intake. b.It is a fluid replacement for children with severe diarrhea caused by infectious disease. c.It is effective even in the absence of a safe water supply. d.It is a treatment recommended for obese children. e.It includes highly caloric food products offering carbohydrate, lipid, protein, and micronutrients.

It is a fluid replacement for children with severe diarrhea caused by infectious disease.

Which of the following nutrient deficiencies causes the death of women during childbirth? a.Zinc deficiency b.Iodine deficiency c.Folate deficiency d.Iron deficiency e.Vitamin A deficiency

Iron deficiency

Which of the following is a long-term effect of irrigation? a.It increases the salt content of the soil. b.It leads to the development of chemical-resistant pests. c.It increases the water tables in the region. d.It adds useful minerals to agricultural land. e.It decreases the nutrient content in the soil.

It increases the salt content of the soil.

Which of the following is true of agroecology? a.It represents the columns of oxygen-depleted ocean water in which marine life cannot survive and is often caused by algae blooms. b.It is a scientific discipline that combines biological, physical, and social sciences with ecological theory to develop methods for producing food sustainably. c.It involves the management of pests using a combination of natural and biological controls and minimal or no application of pesticides. d.It refers to adjusting soil and crop management to target the precise needs of various areas of a farm. e.It refers to agriculture practiced on a small scale using individualized approaches that vary with local conditions so as to minimize technological, fuel, and chemical inputs.

It is a scientific discipline that combines biological, physical, and social sciences with ecological theory to develop methods for producing food sustainably.

Which of the following statements is true of a food crisis? a.It refers to the excessive food that is used to feed livestock. b.It refers to hunger occurring when enough food exists in an area but some of the people cannot obtain it because of various reasons such as lack of money or transportation. c.It is the physical discomfort, illness, weakness, or pain beyond a mild uneasy sensation arising from a prolonged involuntary lack of food. d.It is a steep decline in food availability with a proportional rise in hunger and malnutrition. e.It refers to one or two reported indications of problems over food shortage in the house.

It is a steep decline in food availability with a proportional rise in hunger and malnutrition.

Which of the following statements is true of a farm share arrangement? a.It is a series of advances in technology made in the last century that dramatically increased farm yields worldwide. b.It is an arrangement in which a farmer offers the public a subscription for an allotment of the farm's products throughout the season. c.It is an agricultural process that involves the management of pests using a combination of natural and biological controls and minimal or no application of pesticides. d.It is a scientific discipline that combines biological, physical, and social sciences with ecological theory to develop methods for producing food sustainably. e.It is agriculture practiced on a small scale using individualized approaches that vary with local conditions so as to minimize technological, fuel, and chemical inputs.

It is an arrangement in which a farmer offers the public a subscription for an allotment of the farm's products throughout the season.

Which of the following is true of the earth's carrying capacity? a.It refers to the total number of living organisms that a given environment can support without deteriorating in quality. b.It refers to the total number of irreplaceable water bodies in a particular area. c.It refers to the total quantity of food available to the world's people at a given time. d.It refers to the total set of resources that can be used to maintain both the natural environment and human life. e.It refers to the total number of greenhouse gases that are present in the atmosphere.

It refers to the total number of living organisms that a given environment can support without deteriorating in quality.

Which of the following is true of sustainable practices and food production? a.Small farms often specialize in growing corn and soybeans for industrial uses. b.Modern farming practices are causing the extinction of different plant species. c.The demand for genetically diverse foods is increasing. d.Sustainable agricultural practices lead to global warming. e.An increase in the genetic diversity of food animals decreases their resistance toward certain diseases.

Modern farming practices are causing the extinction of different plant species.

Which of the following statements is not true? a.During desperate times, people resort to begging for food. b.People who have an alcohol or drug abuse problem tend to have sufficient amount of money to afford a nutritious meal. c.People often do not have enough money to buy nutritious food as they spend on other necessities such as clothing, housing, and medicines. d.Some people might scavenge through garbage cans in hopes of finding food. e.In extreme cases of hunger, people resort to consuming pet foods.

People who have an alcohol or drug abuse problem tend to have sufficient amount of money to afford a nutritious meal.

Which group of people is likely to suffer from food poverty? a.People with automobiles b.People living in apartments c.People belonging to middle-class minority groups d.People working in political parties e.People working for low wages

People working for low wages

A local orchard is selling their apples by offering "pick your own" days for customers to come pick the apples themselves. What environmental impact could this action possibly have? a.Reducing irrigation costs b.Preserving the land c.Improving the economy by not hiring workers d.Reducing the production of greenhouse gases by requiring less transportation e.Educating people about deforestation

Reducing the production of greenhouse gases by requiring less transportation

Which program is the centerpiece of U.S. food programs for low-income families? a.National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs b.Community Supplemental Food Program c.Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations d.Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program e.Senior Nutrition Program

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

Which of the following statements is true regarding world poverty and hunger? a.Malnourished women cannot become pregnant. b.The World Food Programme of the United Nations responds to food emergencies only in war zones. c.Only natural causes contribute to hunger and poverty in developing countries. d.The world's poorest people are usually women and children. e.Impoverished families avoid having children.

The world's poorest people are usually women and children.

Which of the following is true of dead zones? a.They are caused by an increase in the saltiness of the land, making the land infertile. b.They are formed when a volcanic eruption covers the soil with ash. c.They are formed when a specific area lacks nutrients and vitamins. d.They are formed when excess oxygen accumulates in a specific region. e.They are caused by algae blooms that occur when agricultural fertilizers and waste runoff enter natural waterways.

They are caused by algae blooms that occur when agricultural fertilizers and waste runoff enter natural waterways.

What are dead zones? a.They refer to the pressure placed on water resources by human activities. b.They refer to a specific area of land that is infertile. c.They refer to the vast net cages in ocean inlets or freshwater lakes that are used to cultivate seafood. d.They are columns of oxygen-depleted ocean water in which marine life cannot survive. e.They refer to the areas that have been damaged because of heavy storms eroding the topsoil.

They are columns of oxygen-depleted ocean water in which marine life cannot survive.

Which of the following statements is true of food pantries? a.They refer to community food collection programs that provide groceries to be prepared and eaten at home. b.They are programs that provide electronic transfer cards for purchasing food and other household items. c.They refer to the collection of wholesome surplus food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry. d.They facilitate the collection and distribution of food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry. e.They are programs that provide prepared meals to be eaten on-site.

They refer to community food collection programs that provide groceries to be prepared and eaten at home.

Which action is the most eco-friendly option? a.Using your car to shop at farmers' markets b.Using plastic bags only once c.Using more electronic devices d.Eating more animal products to support farmers e.Transporting groceries in reusable cloth bags

Transporting groceries in reusable cloth bags

Shelly, an eight-year-old child from a low-income family, is displaying symptoms such as growth failure, diarrhea, and pneumonia. Which of the following is Shelly most likely suffering from? a.Zinc deficiency b.Vitamin A deficiency c.Folate deficiency d.Iron deficiency e.Iodine deficiency

Zinc deficiency

Children in the U.S. who live in poverty are most likely to experience: a.fewer visits to the hospital b.a steady diet of inexpensive, low-nutrient foods c.health problems caused by nutrient toxicity d.a reduced risk of obesity e.improved performance in school to try to escape the situation

a steady diet of inexpensive, low-nutrient foods

Kwashiorkor and marasmus: a.are caused by inadequate diet b.cause serious birth defects c.are highly infectious diseases seen in toddlers d.require different treatment strategies e.are more common than chronic malnutrition

are caused by inadequate diet

The combination of hunger and poverty is hard for people to overcome in many poor countries because: a.not enough schools are available for the children to attend b.they don't have access to the medications needed to treat malnutrition c.there are not enough markets for them to go purchase foods from d.there is not enough available land for them to purchase and grow more food e.hunger prevents them from being able to work hard and improve their economic status

hunger prevents them from being able to work hard and improve their economic status

The predominant form of hunger in the United States today is caused by: a.political barriers b.insufficient money to purchase food c.inadequate farm land d.insufficient food available for purchase e.shortage of food programs available to the public

insufficient money to purchase food

A major cause of preventable cretinism among the poor is: a.zinc deficiency b.iodine deficiency c.vitamin A deficiency d.folate deficiency e.iron deficiency

iodine deficiency

Severe anemia in women is caused by: a.zinc deficiency b.iron deficiency c.iodine deficiency d.vitamin A deficiency e.calcium deficiency

iron deficiency

RUTF a.is a federal food relief program b.is only used by adults c.must be refrigerated for safety d.is a high-calorie edible paste e.is a treatment for dehydration

is a high-calorie edible paste

A young child's family flees a village when it is attacked by local warlords and has little access to food for a month. The child's low weight and wasted appearance indicate: a.edema b.severe acute malnutrition c.drug abuse d.vitamin B12 deficiency e.iodine deficiency

severe acute malnutrition

Which of these is a potential effect of chronic malnutrition? a.A tall, very thin body b.Vitamin and mineral toxicity c.Long upper limbs d.Stunting e.High immunity

stunting