Ch7 Water And Minerals Exam Questions

Chapter 7: Water and Minerals

TEST QUESTIONS

Multiple Choice

1. Water is needed by the body because ___________________
   1. It is an important part of all cells and chemical reactions.
   2. It provides structure in bones.
   3. It prevents osteoporosis.
   4. All of the above.

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.1

1. The average adult’s body weight is ___ percent water.

a. 25

b. 55

c. 75

d. 95

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.1

1. Water:
   1. transports nutrients in the body
   2. carries wastes out of the body
   3. is necessary for nutrient absorption
   4. all of the above

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.1

1. Which of the following statements is false?
   1. About 20 percent of your total water intakes comes from water in foods.
   2. The Adequate Intake is based on fluid you get from beverages and foods.
   3. Nearly all foods have some water.
   4. The only way the body loses water is through the urine.

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.1

1. Women need to drink about ____ cups of fluid daily.

a. 5

b. 7

c. 9

d. 13

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.1

1. Which is a symptom of dehydration?

a. fatigue

b. flushed skin

c. dry mouth

d. all of the above

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.1

1. Which group is most likely to feel less thirst and become dehydrated?
   1. babies up to 1 year old
   2. preschoolers
   3. teenage athletes
   4. elderly

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.1

1. Which bottled water is actually tap water that has been treated to remove chemicals and microbes before being bottled?
   1. mineral water
   2. purified water
   3. tonic water
   4. spring water

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.2

1. Which of the following is considered to be a soft drink?
   1. mineral water
   2. purified water
   3. tonic water
   4. spring water

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.2

1. Which type of beverage should NOT be consumed with alcohol?
   1. energy drinks
   2. sports drinks
   3. enhanced ice tea
   4. fitness water

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.2

1. Sports drinks are designed mostly for:
   1. any exercise/athletic activity
   2. elite ping-pong players
   3. children
   4. exercise lasting 60 minutes or more

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.2

1. Which beverage contains the most caffeine in 8 fluid ounces?
   1. brewed coffee
   2. brewed black tea
   3. hot chocolate
   4. cola

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.2

1. At high doses, caffeine can cause which of the following symptoms?
   1. nervousness
   2. sweating
   3. insomnia
   4. all of the above

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.2

1. Moderate use of caffeine is not likely to cause any health problems. Moderate use is defined as drinking about how many 8 fluid ounce cups of coffee/day?
   1. two
   2. three
   3. four
   4. five

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.2

1. Which of the following statements about minerals is FALSE?
   1. Minerals in plant foods tend to be absorbed better than animal foods.
   2. The percentage of minerals that is absorbed varies tremendously.
   3. Minerals are not destroyed in cooking.
   4. Minerals can be toxic when consumed in excess, which may be only slightly higher than the recommended level.

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.3

1. Which of these minerals is most likely to be deficient in the United States?
   1. potassium
   2. phosphorus
   3. iodine
   4. sodium

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.3

1. Americans are likely to be consuming too little of which mineral?
   1. calcium
   2. copper
   3. zinc
   4. iodine

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.3

1. Which is a problem nutrient for adolescent and premenopausal females but not men?

a. calcium

b. potassium

c. iron

d. zinc

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.3

1. Which of the following foods provides the MOST calcium per ounce?
   1. whipped cream
   2. cream cheese
   3. American cheese
   4. butter

Difficulty: Medium

Bloom’s: Comprehension

Section Reference: 7.4

1. Calcium and phosphorus are found mostly in the:
   1. muscles
   2. bones
   3. liver
   4. brain

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.4

1. The best time to invest in bone health is:
   1. Before age 8
   2. during adolescence
   3. during your 30s and 40s
   4. after age 50

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.4

1. A good plant source of calcium is:

a. turnip greens

b. dried fruit

c. citrus fruit

d. spinach

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.4

1. Which of the following foods is high in magnesium?
   1. beef
   2. chicken
   3. beans and nuts
   4. a and b

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.5

1. Magnesium keeps bones and teeth strong, and also:
   1. makes collagen
   2. makes hemoglobin
   3. keeps muscles and nerves functioning
   4. metabolizes alcohol

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.5

1. Which nutrient is heart healthy?

a. magnesium

b. phosphorus

c. iodine

d. iron

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.5

1. Which of the following is considered a high-sodium food?
   1. frankfurter
   2. celery
   3. diet soda
   4. milk

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.6

1. The electrolytes include sodium, chloride, and:
   1. zinc
   2. magnesium
   3. potassium
   4. iron

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.6

1. The chemical name for salt is:
   1. potassium chloride
   2. sodium phosphide
   3. sodium chloride
   4. magnesium chloride

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.6

1. The electrolytes help to:
   1. maintain water balance
   2. maintain acid-base balance
   3. absorb calcium
   4. a and b

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.6

1. The more processed a food is,
   1. the more potassium it has
   2. the more phosphorus it has
   3. the less iron it has
   4. the more sodium it has

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.6

1. To lower the sodium in your diet, you should:

a. make your own salad dressings

b. choose low-sodium versions of your favorite high-sodium foods

c. buy more fresh, unprocessed foods

d. all of the above

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.6

1. On average, the higher your sodium intake, the higher your:
   1. IQ
   2. weight
   3. blood pressure
   4. blood cholesterol level

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.6

1. Which food is NOT emphasized on the DASH diet?

a. fruits

b. red meat

c. vegetables

d. low-fat or fat-free dairy

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.6

1. Which food has the least sodium?

a. American cheese

b. canned pineapple

c. American cheese

d. garlic salt

Difficulty: Medium

Bloom’s: Comprehension

Section Reference: 7.6

1. Which is a potassium rich food?
   1. cereal
   2. orange juice
   3. white bread
   4. eggs

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.7

1. Potassium has which of the following roles?
   1. Maintains fluid balance
   2. Maintains acid-base balance
   3. Contracts muscles
   4. a and b
   5. a, b, and c

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.7

1. Unprocessed whole foods such as fruits, vegetables, and milk are good sources of:

a. calcium

b. iron

c. potassium

d. zinc

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.7

1. Iron is best absorbed from which food?
   1. whole-wheat bread
   2. dark green leafy vegetables
   3. dried fruits
   4. meat

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.8

1. Who is at most risk for developing iron-deficiency anemia?
   1. adolescent girls
   2. pregnant women
   3. premenopausal women
   4. all of the above

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.8

1. In the body, iron appears mostly in the:
   1. bones
   2. kidney
   3. teeth
   4. blood

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.8

1. You can increase your iron absorption by eating foods such as iron-fortified cereals together with:
   1. milk
   2. orange juice
   3. toast
   4. tea

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.8

1. Kim has been very tired at school for the past few months and is not performing well. Which problem could be causing this?

a. hemochromatosis

b. iron-deficiency anemia

c. osteoporosis

d. rickets

Difficulty: Medium

Bloom’s: Comprehension

Section Reference: 7.8

1. The mineral that is important for taste perception is:
   1. phosphorus
   2. sulfur
   3. copper
   4. zinc

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.9

1. Which food group is an excellent source for zinc?
   1. whole grains
   2. meat, poultry, seafood
   3. fruits
   4. vegetables

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.9

1. Iodine is added to which food?
   1. bread
   2. salt
   3. milk
   4. cereals

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.9

1. A low metabolic rate caused by low levels of thyroid hormones could be due to a lack of:
   1. sodium
   2. iron
   3. iodine
   4. zinc

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.9

1. Which mineral is a cofactor for nearly 100 enzymes?

a. zinc

b. potassium

c. iodine

d. selenium

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.9

1. Nuts and seeds are high in kcalories because they contain a lot of:
   1. carbohydrate
   2. fat
   3. protein
   4. vitamins and minerals

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.10

True/False

1. About one-third of your body weight is water.

a. True

b. False

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.1

1. The Adequate Intake for water includes water you drink as well as the water in the foods you eat.

a. True

b. False

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.1

1. Seltzer water and tonic water are not considered bottled waters, but soft drinks.

a. True

b. False

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.2

1. Energy drinks contain a dilute mixture of carbohydrate and electrolytes.

a. True

b. False

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.2

1. Energy drinks are a risk for adults who are drinking alcohol at the same time, and also for children/adolescents.

a. True

b. False

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.2

1. Caffeine can be mildly addicting.

a. True

b. False

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.2

1. The degree to which a mineral is absorbed and available to be used in the body is called bioavailability.

a. True

b. False

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.3

1. Phosphorus is rarely lacking in the American diet.

a. True

b. False

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.4

1. Milk and milk products provides most of the calcium consumed by Americans.

a. True

b. False

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.4

1. Calcium and zinc are used for building bones and teeth.

a. True

b. False

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.4

1. About 50 percent of magnesium in your body is in your bones.

a. True

b. False

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.5

1. Sodium is found mostly in processed and restaurant foods.

a. True

b. False

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.6

1. Excellent sources of sodium are unprocessed whole foods such as oranges and milk.

a. True

b. False

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.7

1. Iron in plant foods is better absorbed than iron in animal foods.

a. True

b. False

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.8

1. Leafy green vegetables are an excellent source of zinc.

a. True

b. False

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.9

1. Chopped or ground, nuts are a great addition to baked items, granolas, and breading.

a. True

b. False

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.10

Matching

Match the food sources with the correct nutrients. One letter is used twice.

65. _____ Calcium A. Beans and nuts

66. _____ Magnesium B. Meat, poultry, fish

67. _____ Sodium C. Fruit and vegetables

68. _____ Potassium D. Dairy products

69. _____ Iron E. Processed foods

70. _____ Zinc

Match the functions with the correct nutrients.

71. _____ Calcium A. May lower blood pressure

72. _____ Magnesium B. Bones and teeth

73. _____ Sodium C. Carries oxygen in body

74. _____ Iodine D. Cofactor for many enzymes, taste

75. _____ Iron E. Raises blood pressure

76. _____ Zinc F. Normal metabolism

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.4-7.9

Essay

77. Name two considerations when choosing a functional beverage.

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.2

78. Name three categories of food at the supermarket that are high in sodium, as well as three categories of foods that are low in sodium.

Difficulty: Easy

Bloom’s: Knowledge

Section Reference: 7.6

79. Describe how you would use nuts and/or seeds as ingredients in two menu items.

Difficulty: Medium

Bloom’s: Application

Section Reference: 7.10