Minerals Extended Flashcards
What are minerals?
Required by the body in small amount for various functions.
True or False: Minerals can be synthesized by the body.
False
Name one function of calcium in the body.
Bone and teeth formation.
Which mineral is important for oxygen transport in the blood?
Iron
Fill in the blank: _______ is essential for the production of thyroid hormones.
Iodine
What mineral is primarily found in table salt?
Sodium
True or False: Potassium helps regulate blood pressure.
True
Which mineral is crucial for muscle contraction?
Calcium
What is the primary dietary source of magnesium?
Nuts and whole grains.
Name a deficiency disease associated with iron.
Anemia.
What is the role of zinc in the body?
Immune function and wound healing.
Fill in the blank: _______ is necessary for the formation of red blood cells.
Vitamin B12
Which vitamin helps with the absorption of calcium?
Vitamin D
True or False: Fluoride is important for dental health.
True
What is the recommended daily intake of calcium for adults?
1000 mg.
Name one food high in potassium.
Bananas.
What mineral is associated with preventing goiter?
Iodine
Fill in the blank: _______ is a trace mineral important for enzyme function.
Zinc
Which mineral can lead to hypertension if consumed in excess?
Sodium
What is the function of phosphorus in the body?
Bone health and energy production.
True or False: Selenium is an antioxidant.
True
Which mineral is involved in the synthesis of DNA?
Zinc
What is the primary source of dietary iron?
Red meat and leafy greens.
Fill in the blank: _______ deficiency can cause rickets in children.
Vitamin D
What mineral helps maintain proper fluid balance in the body?
Sodium
True or False: Magnesium is important for nerve function.
True
