Health Chapter 8.2

Which is not a characteristic of vitamins?

• They are made up by living things.

• They are required by the body in small amounts.

• They occur naturally in rocks and soil.

• They assist in many chemical reactions in the body.

Which of the following protects healthy cells from damage during the normal aging process?

• electrolytes

• minerals

• water

• antioxidants

Which of the following is a mineral?

• folate

• magnesium

• pantothenic acid

• biotin

Which mineral is needed for healthy red blood cells?

• calcium

• potassium

• iron

• sodium

The process of maintaining a steady state inside the body is called

• homeostasis.

• dehydration.

• anemia.

• nausea.

Water-soluble vitamins can be stored by the body.

• True

• False

Only plants can absorb minerals from rocks and soil.

• True

• False

An excess of vitamins or minerals can damage your health.

• True

• False

Water regulates body temperature.

• True

• False

Water can be obtained only by drinking beverages.

• True

• False