Question 1 Which is a trace metal that plays a role in normal insulin function?

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Question 1

Which is a trace metal that plays a role in normal insulin function?

Chromium

Mercury

Copper

Lead

                   

Question 2

Which is NOT a sign of biotin deficiency

Hair Loss

Facial Rash

Headaches

Impaired Immune System

                       

Question 3

Which mineral is the primary determinant of extracellular fluid volume and plays a major role in water regulation?

Calcium

Magnesium

Zinc

Sodium

                       

Question 4

Which mineral is a major contributor to the active thyroid hormones?

Zinc

Calcium

Magnesium

Iodine

                           

Question 5

Which mineral intake can help to promote mineralization of the teeth and therefore is put into many of our water sources?

Iodine

Magnesium

Flouride

Chloride

                       

Question 6

Which of the following conditions is NOT linked to Vitamin B12 deficiency?

Megaloblastic anemia

Pernicious anemia

Chronic stomach inflammation

Parkinson's Disease

                       

Question 7

Vitamin B12 and folate are responsible for a process called methylation. What blood level, that is an indicator of cardiovascular disease, can be utilized to see how well the body is utilizing Vitamin B12 and folate?

Red Blood Count

Hemoglobin

Vitamin D

Homocysteine

                           

Question 8

Which vitamin is also known as ascorbic acid?

Vitamin A

Vitamin C

Vitamin E

Vitamin K

                       

Question 9

Which mineral is known for transporting oxygen in the blood?

iron

zinc

copper

calcium

                       

Question 10

What is the main function of alpha-tocopherol in the body?

digestion

protein synthesis

antioxidant

energy production

                       

Question 11

Which vitamin or mineral is NOT a component in the maintenance of bone mineralization?

Vitamin C

Calcium

Phosphorus

Vitamin D

                       

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a fat-soluble vitamin?

Vitamin A

Vitamin C

Vitamin D

Vitamin E

                       

Question 13

Which fat-soluble vitamin deficiency can lead to blindness, skin disorders, and an increase in infections?

Vitamin A

Vitamin D

Vitamin E

Vitamin K

                   

Question 14

Which vitamin is known as “The Sunshine Vitamin” because it is synthesized in the skin upon exposure to sunlight?

sodium

Vitamin E

Vitamin D

calcium

                       

Question 15

Which vitamin plays a primary role in vision and the development of body cells?

Vitamin A

Vitamin B6

Vitamin C

Vitamin D

                   

Question 16

Hypokalemia is a term used for a low plasma concentration of what mineral?

Magnesium

Selenium

Potassium

Sodium

                       

Question 17

The active form of Vitamin D is

calcium

calcitriol

Vitamin A

Biotin

                       

Question 18

Which vitamin is primarily responsible for blood clotting?

Vitamin A

Vitamin C

Vitamin E

Vitamin K

                       

Question 19

A common deficiency associated with thiamin is

scurvy

beriberi

rickets

pellagra

                       

Question 20

Spina bifida and heart disease have been associated with a deficiency in which of the following?

niacin

riboflavin

folate

pantothenic acid

Chromium

Mercury

Copper

Lead

Explanation / Answer

1.Chromium

Trivalent chromium (Cr3+) is a trace metal that plays a role in normal insulin function.

2.Headaches

Note:Hair Loss, Facial rash and Impaired Immune System are caused by biotin deficiency

3.Sodium

Sodium plays a major role in water regulation because of its abundance.

8.Vitamin C is known as ascorbic acid

9.Iron

Iron transports blood and many enzymes contain Iron.

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