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Nutrition 1008: Essential Minerals and Their Functions

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What is the consequence of a toxicity related to fluorosis?

Skeletal fluorosis (weak malformed bones) (correct)

Susceptibility to tooth decay

Anaemia

Inability to use glucose normally

What is the primary function of chromium in the body?

Involved in the formation of bones and teeth

Helps make teeth resistant to decay

Facilitator, with enzymes of many cell processes

Enhances insulin action (correct)

What is the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for copper per day?

4.0mg/day

11mg/day

20-25µg/day

900µg/day (correct)

What is the consequence of a deficiency of chromium in the body?

Inability to use glucose normally Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of copper in the body?

Facilitator, with enzymes of many cell processes Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of a deficiency of fluorine in the body?

Susceptibility to tooth decay Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of calcium in the body?

Principal mineral in bones and teeth Signup and view all the answers

Which nutrient is essential for the absorption of iron?

Copper Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of rapid digestive tract transit times on nutrient absorption?

Decreased bioavailability Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a consequence of phosphorus deficiency?

None of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of magnesium in the body?

Maintenance of water and acid-base balance Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of potassium deficiency on blood pressure?

Increased blood pressure Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a consequence of selenium toxicity?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of chloride in the body?

Part of hydrochloric acid Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a factor that affects the bioavailability of nutrients?