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The mineral which aids in the utilization of iron and in hemoglobin synthesis is
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A. calcium
B. phosphorus
C. cobalt
D. copper
Correct Answer
copper
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1. Which of the following two beverages contribute 20 to 30 percent of our daily manganese intake?
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A. Milk or tea
B. Cola or coffee
C. Tea or orange juice
D. Milk or orange juice
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Correct Answer: Milk or tea
2. An endemic disease of cardiomyopathy in children is attributed to
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A. low Se in the environment
B. low intake of iron
C. high Se in the environment
D. high intake of iron
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Correct Answer: low Se in the environment
3. The mineral which is considered important in maintaining electrical potential in nerves and membranes is
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A. magnesium
B. manganese
C. calcium
D. iron
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Correct Answer: magnesium
4. Selenium deficiency leads to
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A. liver necrosis
B. diarrhea
C. multiple sclerosis
D. Crohn's disease
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Correct Answer: liver necrosis
5. Chronic consumption of excess selenium can lead to
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A. brittle hair and nails.
B. muscle weakness,
C. TPN
D. diarrhea.
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Correct Answer: muscle weakness,
6. Which of the following is not a function of iron?
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A. Oxygen transport
B. Immune function
C. Brain function
D. Gene regulation
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Correct Answer: Gene regulation
7. Which of the following is necessary for the clotting of blood, functions of certain enzymes and control of fluids through cell membranes?
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A. Calcium
B. Magnesium
C. Copper
D. Cobalt
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Correct Answer: Calcium
8. Which of the following mineral is involved in the enzyme -controlled energy yielding reactions of metabolism?
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A. Calcium
B. Phosphorus
C. Iron
D. Copper
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Correct Answer: Phosphorus
9. Wilson's disease is an example of __________ and Menkes' syndrome is an example of __________ .
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A. zinc deficiency; zinc toxicity
B. zinc toxicity; zinc deficiency
C. copper deficiency; copper toxicity
D. copper toxicity; copper deficiency
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Correct Answer: copper toxicity; copper deficiency
10. Iodine is a part of thyroid hormone and is essential for the prevention of
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A. goiter
B. osteoporosis
C. muscle weakness
D. diarrhea
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Correct Answer: goiter
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