Mineral Functions and Deficiencies Quiz

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Which mineral is responsible for bone and teeth formation, blood clotting, nerve conduction, muscle contraction, and cellular metabolism?

  • Iron
  • Magnesium
  • Potassium
  • Calcium (correct)

Which age group requires the highest recommended daily intake (RDA) of calcium?

  • Aged 19-70 years
  • Aged 4-8 years
  • Aged 9-18 years (correct)
  • Aged 1-3 years

Which mineral aids in thyroid hormone secretion, maintains normal basal metabolic rate, and activates enzymes for carbohydrate and protein metabolism?

  • Magnesium (correct)
  • Calcium
  • Iron
  • Potassium

What are the main dietary sources of calcium?

<p>Dairy products, sardines, green leafy vegetables, broccoli, whole grains, egg yolks, legumes, nuts, fortified products (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the symptoms of excess intake of calcium?

<p>Kidney stones, constipation, intestinal gas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mineral is responsible for maintaining normal basal metabolic rate, activating enzymes for carbohydrate and protein metabolism, and aiding in nerve and muscle function?

<p>Magnesium (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily intake (RDA) of calcium for females aged 19-30 years?

<p>1,200 mg/day (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a dietary source of magnesium?

<p>Sardines (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the effects of calcium deficiency?

<p>Rickets (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the symptoms of excess intake of magnesium?

<p>Heart palpitations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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