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Vitamin and Mineral quiz

Total questions: 55

Worksheet time: 45mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which vitamin has an RDA of 600 IU and can be obtained from fatty fish or sun exposure?

(a)  

2.

This vitamin has an AI of 5mg, is obtained by animal sources and whole grains, and is also called Pantothenic Acid

(a)  

3.

A deficiency of this mineral may lead to Osteoporosis and can be obtained by dairy products.

(a)  

4.

What is the RDA range for Vitamin K?

a)

1500-2000 ug

b)

150-200 ug

c)

90-120 ug

d)

9-12 ug

5.

A deficiency in this vitamin causes swollen, sticky eye lids with pus, sensitivity to light and can lead to blindness.

(a)  

6.

What is the RDA for Vitamin E

a)

15mg

b)

150mg

c)

1500mg

d)

none of the above

7.

A deficiency in which mineral causes small ulcers, angular cheilitis, & neural tube defects?

a)

Chloride

b)

Folate

c)

Magnesium

d)

Potassium

8.

The RDA for Magnesium is:

a)

3000-4200 mg

b)

31-42 mg

c)

310-420 mg

d)

None of the above

9.

This vitamin acts like a hormone

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

10.

A deficiency in this mineral causes sweating, chronic diarrhea, vomiting, or chronic renal failure. Sources are processed foods and water.

a)

Copper

b)

Chromium

c)

Potassium

d)

None of the Above

11.

This mineral is essential for body growth and brain development with and RDA of 150 mcg

a)

Iodine

b)

Fluoride

c)

Phosphorus

d)

Selenium

12.

This role of this Vitamin is production of antibodies and immune cells, and proper function of the nervous system. Deficiencies cause impaired immune response and glossitis.

a)

B1

b)

B2

c)

B6

d)

B7

13.

What is the RDA for Zinc?

a)

80-100 mg

b)

800-1100 mg

c)

There is no RDA for Zinc

d)

None of the above

14.

This mineral has and RDA of 3-4 mg.

(a)  

15.

What is the RDA for Selenium?

(a)  

16.

A deficiency in this vitamin causes Beriberi and is crucial for normal functioning of the brain, nerves, muscles, and heart.

(a)  

17.

This vitamin is essential for healthy eyes and skin and maintenance of mucous membranes. It can be obtained from milk and milk products.

(a)  

18.

What is the AI for Vitamin B7?

a)

25-30 mcg

b)

250-300 mcg

c)

2500-3000 mcg

d)

none of the above

19.

An alternative name for Cobalamin is (a)  

20.

A deficiency of this Vitamin is called scurvy and can be found in citrus fruits and juices, red peppers.

(a)  

21.

This vitamin improves immune response in healthy older adults, and may be used for Alzheimers disease because it is an antioxidant.

a)

Vit A

b)

Vit D

c)

Vit E

d)

None of the above

22.

What is the RDA for Calcium?

a)

10mg

b)

100mg

c)

1000mg

d)

None of the above

23.

This mineral has an AI of 1.8-2.3 mg and is an anti-oxidant which helps protect against free radicals.

a)

Copper

b)

Potassium

c)

Manganese

d)

None of the above

24.

This mineral is found in seafood, liver, nuts, soy, legumes and cocoa. It helps with formation of red blood cells and connective tissue.

(a)  

25.

What is the AI for Molybdenum?

(a)  

26.

What is the RDA for Niacin?

(a)  

27.

This vitamin is found in egg yolk, organ meats and fish. It helps to maintain healthy hair, skin and nails.

(a)  

28.

What is the alternative name for B1?

(a)  

29.

What is the alternative name for Folic Acid?

(a)  

30.

What is the alternative name for Pantothenic acid?

(a)  

31.

What is the alternative name for Niacin?

(a)  

32.

What is the alternative name for B6?

(a)  

33.

What is the alternative name for B12?

(a)  

34.

What is the alternative name for Biotin?

(a)  

35.

What is the RDA for Vitamin A?

(a)  

36.

What is the RDA for B1?

(a)  

37.

This mineral has an RDA of 400-600 ug and is found in liver, green leafy vegetables, fortified cereals and grain products

(a)  

38.

This mineral has an RDA of 2.3 g and helps with osmotic equilibrium and electrolyte balance.

(a)  

39.

Deficiencies in this mineral causes GI abnormalities and can be found in nuts, beans, and green leafy vegetables.

(a)  

40.

This vitamin has an RDA of 75-90 mg and is important for producing collagen.

(a)  

41.

A deficiency in this vitamin causes angular cheilitis, glossitis, dermatitis and anemia. The RDA is 1.1-1.3mg

(a)  

42.

This vitamin can be found in vegetable oil and deficiencies are associated with subsequent decline in physical function.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

D

d)

E

43.

This vitamin is involved with blood clotting, can be found in fats, oils, green leafy vegetables. It is linked to reduced bone mass density.

a)

Vit C

b)

Vit B

c)

Vit K

d)

Vit D

44.

This mineral has an RDA of 700 mg, and found in milk and meat products. Deficiencies lead to Sprue and Celiac

a)

Chromium

b)

Phosphorus

c)

Iron

d)

Iodine

e)

None of the above

45.

This mineral has an AI of 20-35 mcg, can be found in Broccoli, and is associated with insulin/carbohydrate /lipid metabollism

a)

Iron

b)

Chromium

c)

Molybdenum

d)

None of the above

46.

This mineral has an RDA of 4700 mg, deficiencies cause leg cramps, irritability and fatigue. It can be found in bananas and Avocados

a)

Zinc

b)

Selemium

c)

Fluoride

d)

Potassium

e)

none of the above

47.

What is the RDA for Iron?

(a)  

48.

Deficiencies in this mineral causes Keshan disease and can be found in seafood.

(a)  

49.

This mineral can be found in lamb, oysters, read meat, pumpkin seeds, and may reduce bad breath.

(a)  

50.

This vitamin can be found in meats, cereal and legumes. Deficiencies is called Pellegra.

(a)  

51.

Severe deficiencies of this mineral causes nausea, abdominal cramps, lethargy and coma. It can be found in processed foods, soya sauce, table salt and ketchup. It has an AI of 2300mg

a)

Molybdenum

b)

Selenium

c)

Sodium/Electrolytes

d)

None of the above

52.

This mineral is a component of hemoglobin and is found in liver and red meats.

(a)  

53.

This mineral can be found in legumes, whole-grains, milk, liver, nuts and vegetables. It is an enzyme co-factor and trace elements may inhibit caries formation.

(a)  

54.

This vitamin aids in formation and regeneration of red blood cells, metabolism of certain amino acids, fatty acids and carbohydrates. The RDA is 2.4 ug

(a)  

55.

What is the recommended daily fluid intake for adults?

a)

1 -2 litres

b)

2-3 litres

c)

2.7-3.7 litres

d)

3.7-4.7 litres

e)

None of the above