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2 minerals that are a major component of bones and teeth
calcium and phosphorus
which food is most likely to enhance the absorption of iron
orange juice
which mineral is responsible for affecting the normal functioning of the thyoid gland
iodine
which mineral deficiency may result in rickets
calcium
mineral insufficiency that may result in tetany
calcium
mineral deficiency that may result in dwarfism & poor wond healing
zinc
Wilson's disease is a result of an accumulation of ___ in the liver, brain, kidneys & cornea
copper
water comprises what % of body weight
between 50 & 60%
organ that has the main role of helping electrolyte balance
kidneys
low BP, dry skin, and fever are all symptoms of
dehydration
when there is an increase in carbon dioxide in the blood, what occurs
breathing rate increases
what is the average daily adult requirement for water
1 mL for every calorie consumed
condition that may arise with a positive water balance
CHF
Author
klvsck
ID
1200
Card Set
nutrition
Description
minerals & water
Updated
2009-11-20T05:14:09Z
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