Minerals- FCH Quiz Bowl

Tremors is a deficiency for magnesium.

Stunted growht and endeic goiter are deficiencies of which mineral?

Brittle hair and nails and hair loss are deficiencies of which mineral?

Greens like kale and broccoli are good sources of calcium.

Which of the following is a function of copper?

Which of the following is a major mineral?

This mineral aids in blood clotting, nervous stystem function, muscle and heart contractio and bone and teeth formation.

This food is a good source of copper.

Humans can obtain minerals through plants only.

Which of the following is a source of chromium?

The function of flouride is to make teeth resistant to decay; most effective in children.

Major minerals, like calcium and phosphorus, are needed in how many milligrams per day?

This mineral aids in making body proteins.

Zinc helps with insulin function and protein, carbohydrate, and fat metabolism.

These minerals are required in much smaller abounts by the body.

Decreased taste ability is the deficiency of which mineral?

Which of the following is a deficiency of calcium?

Vitamins are inorganic subsstances that are not made by living things, but rather are found naturally in soil and water.

Iodine is important for...

Which of the following is NOT a major mineral?

Iodized table salt is a good source of iodine.

Eggs are a good source of which mineral?

This mineral functions as an antioxidant, promotes immune and thyroid function.

Bananas are a good source of which mineral?

This mineral helps build strong bones and teeth and helps with energy production and storage.

What is the deficiency of iron called?

Which of the following is a funtion of iron?

Minerals can be broken down into two categories. What are they?

Which of the following is NOT a function of copper?

There are no known deficiencies for selenium.