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12.2 & 12.3 The Major Minerals

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 9mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Minerals can be damaged by heat, acid, and oxidation just like vitamins.

a)

true

b)

false

2.

Minerals are considered

a)

organic

b)

inorganic

3.

Which of the following are considered MAJOR minerals, or macro-minerals? (Choose all that apply.)

a)

Ca

b)

K

c)

Na

d)

Cu

e)

Se

4.

Which of the following are considered MAJOR minerals, or macro-minerals? (Choose all that apply.)

a)

S

b)

Cl

c)

Mg

d)

Fe

e)

Zn

5.

(a)   in legumes can reduce the bioavailability of minerals they contain.

6.

(a)   in sweet potatoes can reduce the bioavailability of minerals they contain.

7.

Which major mineral do most US adults typically consume in amounts exceeding the UL?

a)

sodium

b)

potassium

c)

magnesium

d)

chloride

e)

sulfate

8.

The DASH diet would most likely exclude

a)

pepperoni

b)

almonds

c)

oatmeals

d)

salmon

e)

lettuce

9.

Which of the following are good strategies for reducing sodium intake? (Choose all that apply.)

a)

use frozen over canned

b)

cook at home instead of pre-made

c)

use herbs to add flavor

d)

use instant rice

e)

eat smoked meats instead of fresh

10.

Which of the following is NOT a good source of potassium?

a)

artichokes

b)

tomato juice

c)

carrots

d)

pinto beans

e)

pasta

11.

Which TWO of the following are the best sources of calcium per kcal?

a)

sardines

b)

yogurt

c)

beef

d)

almonds

e)

fortified cereal

12.

which major mineral plays roles in bones, teeth, DNA, RNA, and ATP?

a)

Na

b)

Cl

c)

K

d)

P

e)

Mg

13.

A diet containing adequate protein also typically has adequate amounts of

a)

Na

b)

Cl

c)

SO4

d)

K

e)

Mg

14.

Which of the following statements best describes homeostasis?

a)

Keeping the body in a fixed and unaltered state.

b)

Dynamic equilibrium.

c)

Maintaining a near-constant internal environment.

d)

Altering the external environment to accommodate the body's needs.

15.

Which of the following hormones is not important in calcium homeostasis?

a)

Calcitonin

b)

Parathyroid hormone

c)

Cholecalcifero

d)

Glucagon