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Quiz about Vitamins and Minerals for Health and Growth

Vitamins and Minerals for Health and Growth Quiz

What role do vitamins and minerals play in health promotion?

A multiple-choice quiz by soozy_woozy. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
soozy_woozy

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
251,329

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
4713

Awards
Top 20% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. Riboflavin is a vitamin that is also known as: Hint

Vitamin B2

Vitamin B12

Vitamin B1

Vitamin B6

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which vitamin is added to many skin creams and lotions, with its main purpose being to protect against sun damage (UV light)? Hint

Vitamin K

Folic acid

Beta carotene

Vitamin E

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Question 3 of 10

3. Osteoporosis is a disease that results in weak bones. Eating what foods would help prevent this disease? Hint

Salmon

Cheese

All of these

Yoghurt

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Question 4 of 10

4. What are the signs that we don't have enough of the mineral iron in our bodies? Hint

Multiple-organ failure

Anemia

Dermatitis

Enlarged liver

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Question 5 of 10

5. Iodine is a mineral found in seafood and iodized salt. Which gland in the human body needs iodine for the regulation of growth? Hint

Pancreas

Pituitary gland

Kidneys

Thyroid gland

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Question 6 of 10

6. Which vitamin is given to pregnant women in the first months of their pregnancy? Hint

Vitamin B6

Folic acid

Niacin

Vitamin B2

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Question 7 of 10

7. Trace elements are minerals that are needed in only small amounts. Which one is not considered to be a trace element? Hint

Zinc

Phosphorus

Fluoride

Selenium

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Question 8 of 10

8. Lack of what vitamin causes a disease called scurvy? Hint

Vitamin B

Vitamin E

Vitamin C

Vitamin A

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Question 9 of 10

9. Zinc is a mineral that has often been associated with better immune system performance. Which of these foods contains the most zinc? Hint

Oysters

Oranges

Strawberries

Bananas

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which vitamin is necessary so that calcium can be absorbed into the body? Hint

Vitamin E

Vitamin D

Vitamin A

Niacin

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Riboflavin is a vitamin that is also known as:

Answer: Vitamin B2

Riboflavin is necessary for good health and well being. It is found in cheese, almonds, eggs and broccoli.

2. Which vitamin is added to many skin creams and lotions, with its main purpose being to protect against sun damage (UV light)?

Answer: Vitamin E

Vitamin E has been added to many beauty products. It is found in nuts, fish and green leafy vegetables.

3. Osteoporosis is a disease that results in weak bones. Eating what foods would help prevent this disease?

Answer: All of these

These foods all contain calcium, which is a mineral that is necessary for maintaining strong teeth and bones.

4. What are the signs that we don't have enough of the mineral iron in our bodies?

Answer: Anemia

Without enough iron, our red blood cells can't transport enough oxygen to body tissue. This results in a lack of energy and skin colour.

5. Iodine is a mineral found in seafood and iodized salt. Which gland in the human body needs iodine for the regulation of growth?

Answer: Thyroid gland

The thyroid gland is located in the neck. It secretes a hormone that regulates body development and our emotions.

6. Which vitamin is given to pregnant women in the first months of their pregnancy?

Answer: Folic acid

Folic acid is one of the B vitamins found in leafy green vegetables and orange juice. It is often given in tablet form to pregnant women, to prevent birth defects in the developing baby.

7. Trace elements are minerals that are needed in only small amounts. Which one is not considered to be a trace element?

Answer: Phosphorus

Phosphorus is needed in large quantities for bones and normal cell functioning. It is found in dairy products, beans and nuts.

8. Lack of what vitamin causes a disease called scurvy?

Answer: Vitamin C

The symptoms of scurvy are internal bleeding and skin spots. A deficiency in Vitamin C can cause these same symptoms. It is found in leafy green vegetables, oranges and potatoes.

9. Zinc is a mineral that has often been associated with better immune system performance. Which of these foods contains the most zinc?

Answer: Oysters

Zinc is found in most body cells. It helps the immune system fight bacteria and disease. Hair loss and a lack of appetite occur when zinc levels are too low in the body.

10. Which vitamin is necessary so that calcium can be absorbed into the body?

Answer: Vitamin D

Calcium cannot be absorbed in the body unless Vitamin D is present. Vitamin D is found in foods such as cod liver oil, tuna and eggs. When we are outside in the sun, this vitamin is made in our skin.

Source: Author soozy_woozy

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