12: Trace Minerals

Question 1

Iron is a component of the protein __________, which carries oxygen in the blood.

Answer 1

Hemoglobin

Question 2

Iron is stored in the body primarily as __________ and __________.

Answer 2

ferritin, hemosiderin

Question 3

__ enhances non-heme iron absorption

Answer 3

Vitamin C

Question 4

The iron transport protein is called

Answer 4

Transferrin

Question 5

Iron absorption increases when body __ is low

Answer 5

Stores

Question 6

___ a genetic disorder that results in iron overload

Answer 6

Hemochromatosis

Question 7

The trace mineral ___ is a key component of thyroid hormones

Answer 7

Iodine

Question 8

A deficiency of iodine can lead to __ in adults and ___ in infants

Answer 8

Goiter
Cretinism

Question 9

Main storage form of iodine in thyroid gland is __

Answer 9

Thyroglobulin

Question 10

Zins is absorbed in the __ and transported by __

Answer 10

Small intestine
Albumin

Question 11

The condition caused by zinc deficiency in children is called

Answer 11

Growth retardation

Question 12

___ is a cofactor for many enzymes involved in reproduction and growth

Answer 12

Zinc

Question 13

The trace mineral __ help prevent dental cavities

Answer 13

Fluoride

Question 14

Selenium is a part of enzyme __ peroxidase, which act as an antioxidant

Answer 14

Glutathione

Question 15

__ a trace mineral that enhances insulin action

Question 16

Which form of iron is better absorbed by the body?
A. Non-heme
B. Heme
C. Ferric
D. Ferritin

Answer 16

B

Question 17

What condition results from iron deficiency?
A. Hemochromatosis
B. Goiter
C. Anemia
D. Cretinism

Answer 17

C

Question 18

Which mineral is necessary for thyroid hormone production?
A. Selenium
B. Zinc
C. Iodine
D. Chromium

Answer 18

C

Question 19

What substance increases the absorption of non-heme iron?
A. Calcium
B. Zinc
C. Vitamin C
D. Phytates

Answer 19

C

Question 20

Which mineral deficiency causes growth retardation and delayed sexual maturation?
A. Copper
B. Zinc
C. Fluoride
D. Chromium

Answer 20

B

Question 21

Fluoride is most closely associated with:
A. Thyroid function
B. Bone density
C. Vision
D. Dental health

Answer 21

D

Question 22

Selenium is involved in:
A. Bone mineralization
B. Thyroid hormone regulation
C. Immune suppression
D. Antioxidant protection

Answer 22

D

Question 23

Which mineral is part of the enzyme superoxide dismutase?
A. Iron
B. Copper
C. Chromium
D. Fluoride

Answer 23

B

Question 24

Hemochromatosis results in:
A. Low calcium levels
B. Zinc excess
C. Iron overload
D. Fluoride deficiency

Answer 24

C

Question 25

Which food is richest in heme iron? A. Spinach B. Legumes C. Red meat D. Whole grains

Answer 25

C

Question 26

What inhibits zinc absorption? A. Iron supplements B. Phytates C. High protein intake D. Vitamin C

Answer 26

B

Question 27

Chromium helps regulate: A. Blood clotting B. Bone formation C. Blood sugar D. Nerve transmission

Answer 27

C

Question 28

Which mineral’s deficiency can cause goiter? A. Selenium B. Iodine C. Copper D. Fluoride

Answer 28

B

Question 29

Which of the following enhances copper absorption? A. Vitamin C B. Zinc C. Low iron intake D. Dairy products

Answer 29

C

Question 30

Ferritin is: A. A form of zinc B. A transport protein for copper C. An iron-storage protein D. A form of iodine

Answer 30

C

Question 31

What trace mineral is critical for oxygen transport in the blood?

Answer 31

Iron

Question 32

Which protein carries iron in blood

Answer 32

Transferrin

Question 33

Condition caused by severe iodine deficiency during pregnancy

Answer 33

Cretinism

Question 34

Food source that is high in heme iron

Answer 34

Red meat

Question 35

Storage form of iron in cells

Answer 35

Ferritin

Question 36

Which mineral is added to water to prevent tooth decay

Answer 36

Fluoride

Question 37

What mineral enhances insulin action and help maintain blood sugar level

Answer 37

Chromium

Question 38

Which mineral act as an antioxidant by being part of glutathione peroxidase

Answer 38

Selenium

Question 39

What inhibits iron absorption

Answer 39

Phytate Calcium Polyphenol

Question 40

What mineral is associated with delayed growth in children if deficient

Answer 40

Zinc

Question 41

What condition result from excess iron in the body

Answer 41

Hemochromatosis

Question 43

Which trace mineral helps in formation of connective tissue and enzymes

Answer 43

Copper

Question 44

What is the condition where thyroid gland enlarges due to iodine deficiency

Answer 44

Goiter

Question 45

Which trace mineral can interfere with copper absorption if consumed in excess

Answer 45

Zinc

Question 46

What enhances the absorption of non heme iron from plant sources

Answer 46

Vitamin c