nutrition

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

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nutrition

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minerals & water

Updated

2009-11-20T05:14:09Z

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