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Vocabulary Definitions Worksheet

Total questions: 52

Worksheet time: 26mins

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Class
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1.

Define dehydration.

a)

Dehydration is a condition that occurs when the body loses more water than it takes in, leading to a deficiency of water in the body.

b)

Dehydration is a process of increasing water content in the body.

c)

Dehydration is a condition where the body has excess water.

d)

Dehydration is a method of purifying water.

2.

Define diuretic.

a)

A diuretic is a substance that promotes the production of urine, helping the body get rid of excess water and salt.

b)

A diuretic is a substance that increases blood sugar levels in the body.

c)

A diuretic is a substance that decreases the absorption of nutrients in the intestines.

d)

A diuretic is a substance that promotes the production of red blood cells.

3.

Define extracellular water.

a)

Extracellular water is the fluid found outside the cells, including plasma and interstitial fluid.

b)

Extracellular water is the fluid found only inside the cells.

c)

Extracellular water refers to the water present in the nucleus of the cell.

d)

Extracellular water is the water stored in the mitochondria.

4.

Define fortified water.

a)

Fortified water is water that has been enhanced with additional nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals.

b)

Fortified water is water that has been filtered to remove all minerals.

c)

Fortified water is water that is naturally sourced from underground springs.

d)

Fortified water is water that has been carbonated for added taste.

5.

Define intracellular water.

a)

Intracellular water is the fluid contained within the cells of the body.

b)

Intracellular water is the fluid found only in the blood vessels.

c)

Intracellular water is the fluid present in the digestive tract.

d)

Intracellular water is the fluid located outside the cells.

6.

Define lubricant.

a)

A lubricant is a substance that reduces friction between surfaces, often used in the context of body fluids that help joints move smoothly.

b)

A lubricant is a type of solid that increases friction between surfaces.

c)

A lubricant is a device used to measure temperature in machines.

d)

A lubricant is a gas that helps in the conduction of electricity.

7.

Define reactant.

a)

A reactant is a substance that takes part in and undergoes change during a chemical reaction.

b)

A reactant is a product formed after a chemical reaction.

c)

A reactant is a catalyst that speeds up a chemical reaction without being consumed.

d)

A reactant is an energy source required for a chemical reaction.

8.

Define solvent.

a)

A solvent is a substance, usually a liquid, that dissolves other substances to form a solution.

b)

A solvent is a solid that cannot dissolve any other substance.

c)

A solvent is a gas that reacts with acids to form bases.

d)

A solvent is a substance that is always insoluble in water.

9.

Define water intoxication.

a)

Water intoxication is a potentially dangerous disruption in brain function that results when the balance of electrolytes in the body is altered by a rapid intake of water.

b)

Water intoxication is a condition where the body overheats due to excessive sun exposure.

c)

Water intoxication is a disease caused by drinking contaminated water.

d)

Water intoxication is a mild dehydration caused by not drinking enough water.

10.

Define Vitamin.

a)

A vitamin is an organic compound that is essential in small quantities for normal metabolism and must be obtained from the diet.

b)

A vitamin is a type of mineral required in large amounts for energy production.

c)

A vitamin is a protein that builds muscle mass in the body.

d)

A vitamin is a carbohydrate that provides immediate energy to the body.

11.

Define Pro vitamins.

a)

Pro vitamins are substances that can be converted within the body to vitamins.

b)

Pro vitamins are enzymes that break down proteins in the body.

c)

Pro vitamins are minerals required for bone formation.

d)

Pro vitamins are hormones that regulate blood sugar levels.

12.

Define Fat-soluble vitamins.

a)

Fat-soluble vitamins are vitamins that dissolve in fats and oils and are stored in the body's fatty tissue. Examples include vitamins A, D, E, and K.

b)

Fat-soluble vitamins are vitamins that dissolve only in water and are not stored in the body. Examples include vitamins B and C.

c)

Fat-soluble vitamins are minerals that are required in large amounts for bone health.

d)

Fat-soluble vitamins are proteins that help in muscle building and repair.

13.

Define Water-soluble vitamins.

a)

Water-soluble vitamins are vitamins that dissolve in water and are not stored in the body. Examples include vitamin C and the B vitamins.

b)

Water-soluble vitamins are vitamins that dissolve in fat and are stored in the liver. Examples include vitamins A, D, E, and K.

c)

Water-soluble vitamins are minerals that are required in large amounts by the body.

d)

Water-soluble vitamins are proteins that help in muscle building.

14.

Define Toxicity.

a)

Toxicity is the degree to which a substance can harm humans or animals.

b)

Toxicity is the process of breaking down food in the stomach.

c)

Toxicity is the ability of a substance to improve health.

d)

Toxicity is the measure of a substance's color.

15.

Define Epithelial cells.

a)

Epithelial cells are cells that line the surfaces of the body, such as the skin, blood vessels, urinary tract, and organs.

b)

Epithelial cells are specialized cells that produce hormones in the body.

c)

Epithelial cells are cells that are only found in the nervous system.

d)

Epithelial cells are responsible for transmitting electrical impulses in muscles.

16.

Define Night blindness.

a)

Night blindness is a condition making it difficult or impossible to see in relatively low light, often caused by vitamin A deficiency.

b)

Night blindness is a condition where a person cannot distinguish between red and green colors.

c)

Night blindness is a condition that causes excessive tearing of the eyes in bright light.

d)

Night blindness is a condition that results in complete loss of vision during the day.

17.

Define Fortified foods.

a)

Fortified foods are foods that have nutrients added to them that were not originally present or were present in insignificant amounts.

b)

Fortified foods are foods that are naturally rich in all essential nutrients.

c)

Fortified foods are foods that have had all their nutrients removed during processing.

d)

Fortified foods are foods that are only consumed by athletes.

18.

Define Rickets.

a)

Rickets is a disease in children caused by vitamin D deficiency, leading to soft and weak bones.

b)

Rickets is a genetic disorder affecting the nervous system.

c)

Rickets is a viral infection that causes skin rashes in adults.

d)

Rickets is a bacterial disease that affects the respiratory system.

19.

Define Osteomalacia.

a)

Osteomalacia is the softening of the bones, typically through a deficiency of vitamin D or calcium in adults.

b)

Osteomalacia is the hardening of the bones due to excess calcium in children.

c)

Osteomalacia is a genetic disorder causing brittle hair and nails.

d)

Osteomalacia is an inflammation of the joints caused by infection.

20.

Define Antioxidants.

a)

Antioxidants are substances that inhibit oxidation and protect the body from damage caused by free radicals.

b)

Antioxidants are enzymes that speed up digestion in the stomach.

c)

Antioxidants are minerals that provide energy to the body.

d)

Antioxidants are hormones that regulate blood sugar levels.

21.

Define Free radical.

a)

A free radical is an unstable molecule that can damage cells, contributing to aging and diseases.

b)

A free radical is a stable molecule that helps in cell repair.

c)

A free radical is a type of vitamin essential for growth.

d)

A free radical is a harmless byproduct of metabolism.

22.

Define Erythrocyte hemolysis.

a)

Erythrocyte hemolysis is the destruction or rupture of red blood cells, leading to the release of hemoglobin into the blood plasma.

b)

Erythrocyte hemolysis is the process of white blood cell formation in the bone marrow.

c)

Erythrocyte hemolysis refers to the clotting of blood within the blood vessels.

d)

Erythrocyte hemolysis is the absorption of oxygen by red blood cells.

23.

Define Coagulation.

a)

Coagulation is the process by which blood changes from a liquid to a gel, forming a blood clot.

b)

Coagulation is the process of breaking down food in the stomach.

c)

Coagulation is the process of oxygen exchange in the lungs.

d)

Coagulation is the process of filtering waste from the blood in the kidneys.

24.

Define Coenzyme.

a)

A coenzyme is a non-protein compound that is necessary for the functioning of an enzyme.

b)

A coenzyme is a type of protein that acts as a hormone in the body.

c)

A coenzyme is a mineral required for bone formation.

d)

A coenzyme is a carbohydrate that stores genetic information.

25.

Define Enriched foods.

a)

Enriched foods are foods in which nutrients lost during processing have been added back.

b)

Enriched foods are foods that are naturally high in nutrients.

c)

Enriched foods are foods that have no added nutrients.

d)

Enriched foods are foods that are only processed for flavor.

26.

Define Beriberi.

a)

Beriberi is a disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin B1 (thiamine), affecting the nervous and cardiovascular systems.

b)

Beriberi is a disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, leading to scurvy.

c)

Beriberi is a genetic disorder affecting the red blood cells.

d)

Beriberi is an infection caused by a bacterial pathogen in the digestive tract.

27.

Define Pellagra.

a)

Pellagra is a disease caused by a deficiency of niacin (vitamin B3), characterized by dermatitis, diarrhea, and mental disturbance.

b)

Pellagra is a genetic disorder affecting the metabolism of carbohydrates.

c)

Pellagra is a viral infection that leads to severe respiratory symptoms.

d)

Pellagra is a condition caused by excessive intake of vitamin C.

28.

Define Pernicious anemia.

a)

Pernicious anemia is a decrease in red blood cells that occurs when the intestines cannot properly absorb vitamin B12.

b)

Pernicious anemia is a genetic disorder that affects the production of hemoglobin in the bone marrow.

c)

Pernicious anemia is a condition caused by excessive iron in the blood.

d)

Pernicious anemia is a type of anemia caused by chronic blood loss due to injury.

29.

Define Scurvy.

a)

Scurvy is a disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, leading to symptoms like anemia, gum disease, and skin problems.

b)

Scurvy is a disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin D, leading to rickets and bone deformities.

c)

Scurvy is a disease caused by a deficiency of iron, leading to fatigue and weakness.

d)

Scurvy is a disease caused by a deficiency of calcium, leading to brittle bones and teeth.

30.

Define Collagen.

a)

Collagen is a protein that is the main structural component of connective tissues such as skin, tendons, and bones.

b)

Collagen is a type of carbohydrate found in plant cells.

c)

Collagen is a mineral that strengthens teeth and nails.

d)

Collagen is an enzyme involved in digestion.

31.

Define Phytochemicals.

a)

Phytochemicals are naturally occurring compounds in plants that have health-promoting properties.

b)

Phytochemicals are artificial chemicals added to food for flavor.

c)

Phytochemicals are minerals found in animal products.

d)

Phytochemicals are vitamins produced in the human body.

32.

Probiotics are defined as:

a)

Live microorganisms that provide health benefits when consumed in adequate amounts.

b)

Harmful bacteria that cause diseases in humans.

c)

Synthetic chemicals used to preserve food.

d)

Vitamins that are essential for human growth.

33.

Prebiotics are defined as:

a)

Non-digestible food ingredients that promote the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut.

b)

Digestible proteins that provide energy to the body.

c)

Harmful bacteria that cause digestive issues.

d)

Enzymes that break down carbohydrates in the stomach.

34.

The placebo effect is defined as:

a)

A beneficial effect produced by a placebo drug or treatment, which cannot be attributed to the properties of the placebo itself.

b)

A harmful effect caused by a placebo drug or treatment.

c)

The process of testing new drugs on animals before humans.

d)

A side effect caused by the active ingredients in a medication.

35.

A mineral is defined as:

a)

A naturally occurring, inorganic solid with a definite chemical composition and crystalline structure

b)

A living organism found in soil

c)

A liquid substance found underground

d)

A man-made material used in construction

36.

Macromineral is defined as:

a)

A mineral required by the body in large amounts

b)

A mineral required only in trace amounts

c)

A vitamin essential for metabolism

d)

A type of carbohydrate used for energy

37.

Micromineral is defined as:

a)

A mineral required by the body in small amounts

b)

A mineral required by the body in large amounts

c)

A vitamin essential for metabolism

d)

A type of carbohydrate used for energy

38.

Osteoporosis is defined as:

a)

A condition characterized by decreased bone density and increased risk of fractures.

b)

A disease that causes inflammation of the joints.

c)

A disorder resulting in excessive bone growth.

d)

A condition where the muscles become weak and atrophied.

39.

Menopause is defined as:

a)

The permanent cessation of menstruation in women

b)

The beginning of puberty in girls

c)

A temporary pause in the menstrual cycle

d)

The period of increased fertility in women

40.

Amenorrhea is defined as:

a)

Absence of menstruation

b)

Excessive menstrual bleeding

c)

Painful menstruation

d)

Irregular menstrual cycles

41.

Osmosis is defined as:

a)

The movement of water molecules through a selectively permeable membrane from a region of lower solute concentration to a region of higher solute concentration.

b)

The movement of solute molecules from a region of higher concentration to a region of lower concentration.

c)

The process by which plants make their own food using sunlight.

d)

The breakdown of glucose to release energy in cells.

42.

pH is defined as:

a)

a measure of the hydrogen ion concentration in a solution

b)

the amount of salt in a solution

c)

the temperature of a solution

d)

the density of a solution

43.

An acid is defined as:

a)

A substance that donates protons (H+) in a solution.

b)

A substance that accepts protons (H+) in a solution.

c)

A substance that increases the concentration of hydroxide ions (OH-) in a solution.

d)

A substance that is always solid at room temperature.

44.

A base is defined as:

a)

A substance that increases the concentration of hydroxide ions in solution

b)

A substance that increases the concentration of hydrogen ions in solution

c)

A substance that does not change the pH of a solution

d)

A substance that is always solid at room temperature

45.

Hemoglobin is defined as:

a)

A protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen

b)

A type of white blood cell

c)

A hormone that regulates blood sugar

d)

A digestive enzyme in the stomach

46.

Myoglobin is defined as:

a)

A protein that stores oxygen in muscle cells

b)

A hormone that regulates blood sugar

c)

A type of white blood cell

d)

An enzyme that digests proteins

47.

Iron-deficiency anemia is defined as:

a)

A condition caused by a lack of iron, leading to a reduced number of red blood cells.

b)

A condition caused by excess calcium in the blood.

c)

A disorder resulting from too much vitamin C intake.

d)

A disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin D.

48.

A cofactor is defined as:

a)

A non-protein chemical compound that is required for the protein's biological activity.

b)

A type of enzyme that catalyzes reactions.

c)

A protein that acts as a structural component in cells.

d)

A molecule that stores genetic information.

49.

Thyroxine is defined as:

a)

A hormone produced by the thyroid gland that regulates metabolism.

b)

A digestive enzyme found in the stomach.

c)

A neurotransmitter involved in muscle contraction.

d)

A vitamin essential for blood clotting.

50.

Goiter is defined as:

a)

An abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland

b)

A type of skin infection

c)

A disorder of the liver

d)

A condition affecting the lungs

51.

Cretinism is defined as:

a)

A condition caused by severe hypothyroidism in infancy or early childhood

b)

A disease caused by excess growth hormone in adults

c)

A disorder resulting from vitamin D deficiency

d)

A condition characterized by high blood sugar levels

52.

Fluorosis is defined as:

a)

A condition caused by excessive intake of fluoride, leading to changes in teeth and bones.

b)

A deficiency of calcium in the body.

c)

An infection caused by bacteria in the mouth.

d)

A genetic disorder affecting tooth enamel.